GATEWAY TO TORAH RESOURCES
Categorization of Torah learning websites by their areas of interest, to promote confidence in independent exploration of contemporary Jewish resources.
Index
- PARASHAT HA'SHAVUA / WEEKLY TORAH PORTION
- TANAKH / BIBLE
- TALMUD - DAF YOMI
- HALAKHA / JEWISH LAW
- MACHSHAVA / JEWISH THOUGHT AND WORLDVIEW
- CHASIDUT / JEWISH MYSTICISM
- PRACTICAL GUIDELINES FOR FULFILLING MITZVOT
- SHABBAT AND CHAGIM / JEWISH HOLY DAYS
- KASHRUT / KEEPING KOSHER
- WOMEN AND ADVANCED TORAH STUDY
- LIFE CYCLE EVENTS
- JEWISH HISTORY
- RESOURCES FOR CHILDREN
- ASK THE RABBI
- IN-PERSON LEARNING
The Yeshiva.net
- The online educational institution of Rabbi Y.Y. Jacobson, a popular American speaker. It offers recordings, classes, and other resources from Rabbi Jacobson, the founder and dean of the institution.
Eshel Publications
- Founded to help disseminate the works of Rabbi Aaron Lopiansky, Rosh Yeshiva of the Yeshiva of Greater Washington in Silver Spring, MD. Rabbi Lopiansky’s classes cover many topics, including Machshava, Musar, Jewish History, and Chasidut. The website contains both audio and video recordings.
Yeshivat Kerem B’yavneh
- A post-high school Yeshiva in Israel near Ashdod. The yeshiva offers an intensive curriculum with a focus on Talmudic studies. It has an Israeli program (whose students also serve in the Israeli army) and an overseas program.
Daf Yomi Advancement Forum
- A wide range of resources to aid individuals studying Daf Yomi, making it easier for them to understand and engage with the material. The website also offers audio shiurim that cover each daf. The Daf Yomi Advancement Forum was one of the first online Torah sites focusing on the Daf Yomi study.
Daf Yomi.org
- Provides audio shiurim on the entire Talmud designed for study with the Daf Yomi program and other audio shiurim on the subjects of Mishna, Chumash, and Jewish holidays.
Yeshiva Website
- A project of the Beit El Yeshiva, the website offers numerous Torah shiurim and articles on many topics, with a particular focus on “Torat Eretz Yisrael,” Torah ideas related to the Land of Israel.
Torah Media
- Founded to make collections of cassette tapes and other recorded series by well-known Jewish speakers available online, Torah Media offers thousands of audio lectures and classes on Jewish topics such as Jewish law, ethics, history, philosophy, and spirituality.
Journeys in Torah
- Our website houses shiurim and Torah ideas from Rabbi Immanuel Bernstein, well-known educator in Jerusalem.
Dr. Bryna Jocheved Levy
- A collection of Torah resources by Dr. Bryna Jocheved Levy, a renowned Torah educator specializing in Jewish women’s education. The site contains recordings and transcriptions of her classes, which cover many topics related to Tanakh and Jewish thought, including an analysis of Rembrandt paintings related to the Tanakh.
Manhigut Toranit
- A division of Kollel Eretz Hemdah in Jerusalem, a religious Zionist institution of advanced Torah learning. Manhigut Toranit offers a five-year program to train Torah scholars to serve in rabbinic positions in the Diaspora. Its website provides access to essays on various topics written by the participants.
TANAKH / BIBLE
The Yeshiva.net
- The online educational institution of Rabbi Y.Y. Jacobson, a popular American speaker. It offers recordings, classes, and other resources from Rabbi Jacobson, the founder and dean of the institution.
Daf Yomi Advancement Forum
- A wide range of resources to aid individuals studying Daf Yomi, making it easier for them to understand and engage with the material. The website also offers audio shiurim that cover each daf. The Daf Yomi Advancement Forum was one of the first online Torah sites focusing on the Daf Yomi study.
Yeshiva Website
- A project of the Beit El Yeshiva, the website offers numerous Torah shiurim and articles on many topics, with a particular focus on “Torat Eretz Yisrael,” Torah ideas related to the Land of Israel.
Dr. Bryna Jocheved Levy
- A collection of Torah resources by Dr. Bryna Jocheved Levy, a renowned Torah educator specializing in Jewish women’s education. The site contains recordings and transcriptions of her classes, which cover many topics related to Tanakh and Jewish thought, including an analysis of Rembrandt paintings related to the Tanakh.
Manhigut Toranit
- A division of Kollel Eretz Hemdah in Jerusalem, a religious Zionist institution of advanced Torah learning. Manhigut Toranit offers a five-year program to train Torah scholars to serve in rabbinic positions in the Diaspora. Its website provides access to essays on various topics written by the participants.
Yeshivat Shaalvim
- A yeshiva for post-high-school students in Israel with an Israeli and overseas program. Its website offers a wide range of recorded Torah classes and lectures delivered at the yeshiva.
Jewish History Website
- Produced by the Destiny Foundation, the site offers the opportunity to study Jewish history online. It provides articles, videos, and other resources on the rich history of the Jewish people from biblical times to the present day.
Rabbi Shmuel Silber
- Founded by Rabbi Shmuel Silber as the educational arm of Suburban Orthodox Congregation in Baltimore, Maryland. Through its virtual classroom and easy-to-navigate website, it has become a learning portal for individuals on all levels across the globe looking for inspiring and intellectually invigorating Torah learning.
Naaleh
- An online platform of Torah education for women that provides a diverse array of Torah classes and videos. Taught by experienced rabbis and educators, Naaleh.com’s classes cover a wide range of topics, including Tanakh, Jewish law, history, philosophy, and women’s issues.
Torah Umesorah Chinuch
- Offers a wide range of educational materials, lesson plans, articles, and videos on various Jewish topics, such as Chumash, Jewish holidays, and Jewish values. It also provides a space for educators and parents to connect and share ideas. Affiliated with Torah Umesorah, the site aims to enhance Jewish education and promote Jewish identity among individuals of all ages.
TALMUD - DAF YOMI
Eshel Publications
- Founded to help disseminate the works of Rabbi Aaron Lopiansky, Rosh Yeshiva of the Yeshiva of Greater Washington in Silver Spring, MD. Rabbi Lopiansky’s classes cover many topics, including Machshava, Musar, Jewish History, and Chasidut. The website contains both audio and video recordings.
Daf Hachaim
- Offers a unique method for studying Daf Yomi, using introductions, visual aids, and review materials to help master each page of Talmud.
Mercaz Daf Yomi
- Created by Rabbi Eli Stefansky as a tool for studying the Daf Yomi (daily page of Talmud). The site includes clear and concise recap videos for reviewing the Daf Yomi in just 8 minutes. It also offers Rabbi Stefansky’s full-length entertaining Daf Yomi shiurim.
Real Clear Daf
- Audio recordings covering the entire Talmud to be used in conjunction with the Daf Yomi cycle. The recordings use clear and concise language to guide the listener through the Gemara’s chain of reasoning. Real Clear Daf enables commuters to follow the Daf Yomi program while traveling.
All Daf
- Platform under the auspices of the OU (Orthodox Union), catering to Daf Yomi learners of every level. The platform offers Daf Yomi learners a wide array of content in a user-friendly and easily accessible format. It includes an extensive shiurim library on each daf delivered by experienced and knowledgeable teachers.
Daf Yomi Advancement Forum
- A wide range of resources to aid individuals studying Daf Yomi, making it easier for them to understand and engage with the material. The website also offers audio shiurim that cover each daf. The Daf Yomi Advancement Forum was one of the first online Torah sites focusing on the Daf Yomi study.
Daf Yomi.org
- Provides audio shiurim on the entire Talmud designed for study with the Daf Yomi program and other audio shiurim on the subjects of Mishna, Chumash, and Jewish holidays.
Yeshivat Shaalvim
- A yeshiva for post-high-school students in Israel with an Israeli and overseas program. Its website offers a wide range of recorded Torah classes and lectures delivered at the yeshiva.
Rabbi Shmuel Silber
- Founded by Rabbi Shmuel Silber as the educational arm of Suburban Orthodox Congregation in Baltimore, Maryland. Through its virtual classroom and easy-to-navigate website, it has become a learning portal for individuals on all levels across the globe looking for inspiring and intellectually invigorating Torah learning.
Mizrachi
- A global Religious Zionist movement that aims to spread Torah ideas related to the Land of Israel worldwide and strengthen the bond between the international Jewish community and the State of Israel. Through education, advocacy, and community engagement, they inspire unity, pride, and a profound commitment to religious Zionism among Jews worldwide.
HALAKHA / JEWISH LAW
Nishmat Yoatzot
- Website run by “Yoatzot Halakha,” women trained in the realm of halakha and women’s health issues, particularly in the context of Jewish family life. They provide guidance and answer questions related to topics such as family purity laws (taharat ha’mishpacha), which involves the observance of halakhot concerning menstruation and marital relations.
The Yeshiva.net
- The online educational institution of Rabbi Y.Y. Jacobson, a popular American speaker. It offers recordings, classes, and other resources from Rabbi Jacobson, the founder and dean of the institution.
Yeshivat Kerem B’yavneh
- A post-high school Yeshiva in Israel near Ashdod. The yeshiva offers an intensive curriculum with a focus on Talmudic studies. It has an Israeli program (whose students also serve in the Israeli army) and an overseas program.
All Daf
- Platform under the auspices of the OU (Orthodox Union), catering to Daf Yomi learners of every level. The platform offers Daf Yomi learners a wide array of content in a user-friendly and easily accessible format. It includes an extensive shiurim library on each daf delivered by experienced and knowledgeable teachers.
Daf Yomi Advancement Forum
- A wide range of resources to aid individuals studying Daf Yomi, making it easier for them to understand and engage with the material. The website also offers audio shiurim that cover each daf. The Daf Yomi Advancement Forum was one of the first online Torah sites focusing on the Daf Yomi study.
Yeshiva Website
- A project of the Beit El Yeshiva, the website offers numerous Torah shiurim and articles on many topics, with a particular focus on “Torat Eretz Yisrael,” Torah ideas related to the Land of Israel.
Torah Media
- Founded to make collections of cassette tapes and other recorded series by well-known Jewish speakers available online, Torah Media offers thousands of audio lectures and classes on Jewish topics such as Jewish law, ethics, history, philosophy, and spirituality.
Manhigut Toranit
- A division of Kollel Eretz Hemdah in Jerusalem, a religious Zionist institution of advanced Torah learning. Manhigut Toranit offers a five-year program to train Torah scholars to serve in rabbinic positions in the Diaspora. Its website provides access to essays on various topics written by the participants.
Yeshivat Shaalvim
- A yeshiva for post-high-school students in Israel with an Israeli and overseas program. Its website offers a wide range of recorded Torah classes and lectures delivered at the yeshiva.
Halacha Yomit
- Offers daily concise halakhic teachings and guidance on various topics, helping individuals understand and apply Jewish law in their daily lives. The rulings on the site are primarily based on the rulings of former Sephardic chief rabbi of Israel, Rabbi Ovadia Yosef.
MACHSHAVA / JEWISH THOUGHT AND WORLDVIEW
The Yeshiva.net
- The online educational institution of Rabbi Y.Y. Jacobson, a popular American speaker. It offers recordings, classes, and other resources from Rabbi Jacobson, the founder and dean of the institution.
Eshel Publications
- Founded to help disseminate the works of Rabbi Aaron Lopiansky, Rosh Yeshiva of the Yeshiva of Greater Washington in Silver Spring, MD. Rabbi Lopiansky’s classes cover many topics, including Machshava, Musar, Jewish History, and Chasidut. The website contains both audio and video recordings.
Yeshiva Website
- A project of the Beit El Yeshiva, the website offers numerous Torah shiurim and articles on many topics, with a particular focus on “Torat Eretz Yisrael,” Torah ideas related to the Land of Israel.
Torah Media
- Founded to make collections of cassette tapes and other recorded series by well-known Jewish speakers available online, Torah Media offers thousands of audio lectures and classes on Jewish topics such as Jewish law, ethics, history, philosophy, and spirituality.
Dr. Bryna Jocheved Levy
- A collection of Torah resources by Dr. Bryna Jocheved Levy, a renowned Torah educator specializing in Jewish women’s education. The site contains recordings and transcriptions of her classes, which cover many topics related to Tanakh and Jewish thought, including an analysis of Rembrandt paintings related to the Tanakh.
Yeshivat Shaalvim
- A yeshiva for post-high-school students in Israel with an Israeli and overseas program. Its website offers a wide range of recorded Torah classes and lectures delivered at the yeshiva.
Jewish Action
- Quarterly magazine of the Orthodox Union, providing a wide range of content about Jewish life, culture, and community. It offers articles, advice, and resources on history, religion, holidays, parenting, and education with the goal of conveying Orthodox Jewish values and concerns in a way that will enlighten, educate, and inspire its readers.
Peninei Halakha
- A series of books on Jewish law written by Rabbi Eliezer Melamed, rabbi of the Har Brakha community in Israel and well-known author. It provides comprehensive and practical guidance on various aspects of Jewish law. Initially written in modern Hebrew, much of it has now been translated into English.
Tzrarich Iyun
- An online platform of Charedi thoughts and ideas dedicated to serious discussion of the Torah and social issues related to Charedi society.
Mivtza Taharas Hamishpacha
- Comprehensive resource on the Jewish ritual of immersion in a mikva (ritual bath). The site contains numerous articles on the mikva’s history, laws, significance, and practical guidance for building and using a mikva. It also offers material on family purity laws, related emotional challenges, and a global mikva directory.
CHASIDUT / JEWISH MYSTICISM
The Yeshiva.net
- The online educational institution of Rabbi Y.Y. Jacobson, a popular American speaker. It offers recordings, classes, and other resources from Rabbi Jacobson, the founder and dean of the institution.
Yeshivat Shaalvim
- A yeshiva for post-high-school students in Israel with an Israeli and overseas program. Its website offers a wide range of recorded Torah classes and lectures delivered at the yeshiva.
Rabbi Shmuel Silber
- Founded by Rabbi Shmuel Silber as the educational arm of Suburban Orthodox Congregation in Baltimore, Maryland. Through its virtual classroom and easy-to-navigate website, it has become a learning portal for individuals on all levels across the globe looking for inspiring and intellectually invigorating Torah learning.
Naaleh
- An online platform of Torah education for women that provides a diverse array of Torah classes and videos. Taught by experienced rabbis and educators, Naaleh.com’s classes cover a wide range of topics, including Tanakh, Jewish law, history, philosophy, and women’s issues.
Parsha Sheets
- A site dedicated to making publications on the weekly parasha (Torah portion) from across the spectrum of Torah observant communities conveniently available on one site.
Atzmut (Rabbi Alon Anava)
- Website offering hundreds of Torah classes on many different topics given by Rabbi Alon Anava and other instructors. Atzmut is associated with the Beer Miriam Torah Center in Tzefat, Israel.
TorahAnytime
- A dynamic online platform with over seventy thousand videos of captivating Torah lectures and classes on a wide range of subjects from over a thousand different speakers. The site also contains thousands of audio shiurim, live stream shiurim, and other community events and resources.
Ohr Chadash
- Site founded by Rabbi Avraham and Rachel Trugman offering many online Torah-based classes and programs. It specializes in mysticism and spirituality and provides guidance and insights for self-improvement and spiritual exploration. It is open to Jews and non-Jews alike.
YU Torah Online
- Offers hundreds of thousands of lectures, shiurim, and articles on a wide range of Torah topics, including Talmud, Jewish law, Tanakh, Jewish philosophy, and history. Many of the speakers and authors are prominent rabbis who teach at, or are graduates of, Yeshiva University and RIETS (Rabbi Isaac Elchanan Theological Seminary).
Kol Halashon
- A wide range of resources for individuals interested in learning and improving their Torah knowledge. The site offers an extensive library of thousands of audio and video shiurim on various topics, including Talmud, Halakha, Chumash, and Jewish philosophy.
PRACTICAL GUIDELINES FOR FULFILLING MITZVOT
Nishmat Yoatzot
- Website run by “Yoatzot Halakha,” women trained in the realm of halakha and women’s health issues, particularly in the context of Jewish family life. They provide guidance and answer questions related to topics such as family purity laws (taharat ha’mishpacha), which involves the observance of halakhot concerning menstruation and marital relations.
Halacha Yomit
- Offers daily concise halakhic teachings and guidance on various topics, helping individuals understand and apply Jewish law in their daily lives. The rulings on the site are primarily based on the rulings of former Sephardic chief rabbi of Israel, Rabbi Ovadia Yosef.
Peninei Halakha
- A series of books on Jewish law written by Rabbi Eliezer Melamed, rabbi of the Har Brakha community in Israel and well-known author. It provides comprehensive and practical guidance on various aspects of Jewish law. Initially written in modern Hebrew, much of it has now been translated into English.
Mivtza Taharas Hamishpacha
- Comprehensive resource on the Jewish ritual of immersion in a mikva (ritual bath). The site contains numerous articles on the mikva’s history, laws, significance, and practical guidance for building and using a mikva. It also offers material on family purity laws, related emotional challenges, and a global mikva directory.
Halachically Speaking
- A popular monthly publication consisting of summaries of halakhic issues and hundreds of source references. The publication is compiled by Rabbi Moishe Dovid Lebovits, administrator of the Kof-K Kashrut organization.
CRC (Chicago Rabbinical Council)
- Site of the kashrut department of the Chicago Rabbinical Council, which provides kashrut supervision throughout the Midwest, North America, and worldwide. Its website contains essential practical information for the modern kosher consumer, including advice on identifying kosher products and maintaining a kosher kitchen.
Hafetz Chaim Heritage
- Dedicated to championing the timeless teachings of the Chofetz Chaim on interacting with others, with a particular emphasis on shemirat ha’lashon (avoiding speaking ill about others). Tens of thousands of students and adults participate in its learning programs weekly. The website contains information on programs and Torah content related to these topics.
Halachoscope
- Weekly newsletter of Rabbi Shimon Silver of the Young Israel of Greater Pittsburgh that focuses on a different halakhic topic each week.
YU Torah Online
- Offers hundreds of thousands of lectures, shiurim, and articles on a wide range of Torah topics, including Talmud, Jewish law, Tanakh, Jewish philosophy, and history. Many of the speakers and authors are prominent rabbis who teach at, or are graduates of, Yeshiva University and RIETS (Rabbi Isaac Elchanan Theological Seminary).
Bais Havaad Halacha Center
- Educational institution based in Lakewood, NJ, dedicated to providing advanced Torah education, resources, and practical halakhic guidance, particularly in the contemporary business world. The Bais Havaad offers many online video and audio resources and runs a professional Beit Din (Jewish religious court) that rules on matters of monetary dispute.
SHABBAT AND CHAGIM / JEWISH HOLY DAYS
The Yeshiva.net
- The online educational institution of Rabbi Y.Y. Jacobson, a popular American speaker. It offers recordings, classes, and other resources from Rabbi Jacobson, the founder and dean of the institution.
Eshel Publications
- Founded to help disseminate the works of Rabbi Aaron Lopiansky, Rosh Yeshiva of the Yeshiva of Greater Washington in Silver Spring, MD. Rabbi Lopiansky’s classes cover many topics, including Machshava, Musar, Jewish History, and Chasidut. The website contains both audio and video recordings.
Yeshivat Kerem B’yavneh
- A post-high school Yeshiva in Israel near Ashdod. The yeshiva offers an intensive curriculum with a focus on Talmudic studies. It has an Israeli program (whose students also serve in the Israeli army) and an overseas program.
Yeshiva Website
- A project of the Beit El Yeshiva, the website offers numerous Torah shiurim and articles on many topics, with a particular focus on “Torat Eretz Yisrael,” Torah ideas related to the Land of Israel.
Torah Media
- Founded to make collections of cassette tapes and other recorded series by well-known Jewish speakers available online, Torah Media offers thousands of audio lectures and classes on Jewish topics such as Jewish law, ethics, history, philosophy, and spirituality.
Journeys in Torah
- Our website houses shiurim and Torah ideas from Rabbi Immanuel Bernstein, well-known educator in Jerusalem.
Dr. Bryna Jocheved Levy
- A collection of Torah resources by Dr. Bryna Jocheved Levy, a renowned Torah educator specializing in Jewish women’s education. The site contains recordings and transcriptions of her classes, which cover many topics related to Tanakh and Jewish thought, including an analysis of Rembrandt paintings related to the Tanakh.
Manhigut Toranit
- A division of Kollel Eretz Hemdah in Jerusalem, a religious Zionist institution of advanced Torah learning. Manhigut Toranit offers a five-year program to train Torah scholars to serve in rabbinic positions in the Diaspora. Its website provides access to essays on various topics written by the participants.
Yeshivat Shaalvim
- A yeshiva for post-high-school students in Israel with an Israeli and overseas program. Its website offers a wide range of recorded Torah classes and lectures delivered at the yeshiva.
Halacha Yomit
- Offers daily concise halakhic teachings and guidance on various topics, helping individuals understand and apply Jewish law in their daily lives. The rulings on the site are primarily based on the rulings of former Sephardic chief rabbi of Israel, Rabbi Ovadia Yosef.
KASHRUT / KEEPING KOSHER
Torah Media
- Founded to make collections of cassette tapes and other recorded series by well-known Jewish speakers available online, Torah Media offers thousands of audio lectures and classes on Jewish topics such as Jewish law, ethics, history, philosophy, and spirituality.
Manhigut Toranit
- A division of Kollel Eretz Hemdah in Jerusalem, a religious Zionist institution of advanced Torah learning. Manhigut Toranit offers a five-year program to train Torah scholars to serve in rabbinic positions in the Diaspora. Its website provides access to essays on various topics written by the participants.
Halacha Yomit
- Offers daily concise halakhic teachings and guidance on various topics, helping individuals understand and apply Jewish law in their daily lives. The rulings on the site are primarily based on the rulings of former Sephardic chief rabbi of Israel, Rabbi Ovadia Yosef.
Peninei Halakha
- A series of books on Jewish law written by Rabbi Eliezer Melamed, rabbi of the Har Brakha community in Israel and well-known author. It provides comprehensive and practical guidance on various aspects of Jewish law. Initially written in modern Hebrew, much of it has now been translated into English.
Halachically Speaking
- A popular monthly publication consisting of summaries of halakhic issues and hundreds of source references. The publication is compiled by Rabbi Moishe Dovid Lebovits, administrator of the Kof-K Kashrut organization.
CRC (Chicago Rabbinical Council)
- Site of the kashrut department of the Chicago Rabbinical Council, which provides kashrut supervision throughout the Midwest, North America, and worldwide. Its website contains essential practical information for the modern kosher consumer, including advice on identifying kosher products and maintaining a kosher kitchen.
Torah Live
- An educational website that offers animated videos, lessons, and resources on various topics in Jewish law, ethics, and values. The site is primarily geared towards children and teens, though adults will also enjoy its engaging content and user-friendly navigation.
Torah Tidbits
- Israel’s largest weekly English-language Torah publication. The publication, published by the OU (Orthodox Union) in Israel, is filled with Torah ideas on the weekly parasha, halakhic questions and answers, and a comprehensive listing of the OU Israel Center’s activities and other community services.
Torat Har Etzion Virtual Beit Midrash
- Online platform offering Torah resources from Yeshivat Har Etzion. One of the first to spread Torah resources over the web, the site has become a center of online study for many in Israel and the Diaspora. It houses hundreds of series and thousands of written and audio classes.
TorahAnytime
- A dynamic online platform with over seventy thousand videos of captivating Torah lectures and classes on a wide range of subjects from over a thousand different speakers. The site also contains thousands of audio shiurim, live stream shiurim, and other community events and resources.
WOMEN AND ADVANCED TORAH STUDY
Nishmat Yoatzot
- Website run by “Yoatzot Halakha,” women trained in the realm of halakha and women’s health issues, particularly in the context of Jewish family life. They provide guidance and answer questions related to topics such as family purity laws (taharat ha’mishpacha), which involves the observance of halakhot concerning menstruation and marital relations.
Dr. Bryna Jocheved Levy
- A collection of Torah resources by Dr. Bryna Jocheved Levy, a renowned Torah educator specializing in Jewish women’s education. The site contains recordings and transcriptions of her classes, which cover many topics related to Tanakh and Jewish thought, including an analysis of Rembrandt paintings related to the Tanakh.
Mivtza Taharas Hamishpacha
- Comprehensive resource on the Jewish ritual of immersion in a mikva (ritual bath). The site contains numerous articles on the mikva’s history, laws, significance, and practical guidance for building and using a mikva. It also offers material on family purity laws, related emotional challenges, and a global mikva directory.
Midreshet HaRova
- Religious-zionist seminary for post-high school women located in the Old City of Jerusalem. The curriculum offers subjects including Tanakh, Talmud, Halakha, and Jewish philosophy, and its website provides access to some of the classes delivered at the seminary.
Naaleh
- An online platform of Torah education for women that provides a diverse array of Torah classes and videos. Taught by experienced rabbis and educators, Naaleh.com’s classes cover a wide range of topics, including Tanakh, Jewish law, history, philosophy, and women’s issues.
Deracheha
- Platform offering sources and discussion about halakhic issues related to women with a variety of approaches presented. The site is a valuable resource for those seeking to deepen their understanding of women’s roles within prayer, Shabbat, family purity laws, and holidays.
Drisha
- An advanced center for Jewish learning located in New York. Initially founded to promote advanced scholarship for women, it has since expanded to offer an array of text-based learning opportunities for men and women of all ages. Its mission is to provide students with the opportunity to encounter texts in an intellectually engaging and honest manner.
Nishmat
- Seminary for women in Jerusalem with a strong focus on Torah study and equipping Jewish women with knowledge and support to deepen their understanding and engagement with Judaism. The website offers online access to some classes given at Nishmat.
Atzmut (Rabbi Alon Anava)
- Website offering hundreds of Torah classes on many different topics given by Rabbi Alon Anava and other instructors. Atzmut is associated with the Beer Miriam Torah Center in Tzefat, Israel.
YU Torah Online
- Offers hundreds of thousands of lectures, shiurim, and articles on a wide range of Torah topics, including Talmud, Jewish law, Tanakh, Jewish philosophy, and history. Many of the speakers and authors are prominent rabbis who teach at, or are graduates of, Yeshiva University and RIETS (Rabbi Isaac Elchanan Theological Seminary).
LIFE CYCLE EVENTS
Nishmat Yoatzot
- Website run by “Yoatzot Halakha,” women trained in the realm of halakha and women’s health issues, particularly in the context of Jewish family life. They provide guidance and answer questions related to topics such as family purity laws (taharat ha’mishpacha), which involves the observance of halakhot concerning menstruation and marital relations.
The Yeshiva.net
- The online educational institution of Rabbi Y.Y. Jacobson, a popular American speaker. It offers recordings, classes, and other resources from Rabbi Jacobson, the founder and dean of the institution.
Peninei Halakha
- A series of books on Jewish law written by Rabbi Eliezer Melamed, rabbi of the Har Brakha community in Israel and well-known author. It provides comprehensive and practical guidance on various aspects of Jewish law. Initially written in modern Hebrew, much of it has now been translated into English.
Mivtza Taharas Hamishpacha
- Comprehensive resource on the Jewish ritual of immersion in a mikva (ritual bath). The site contains numerous articles on the mikva’s history, laws, significance, and practical guidance for building and using a mikva. It also offers material on family purity laws, related emotional challenges, and a global mikva directory.
Walder Education
- An online center for Jewish teachers that promotes a range of Jewish-themed resources, including holiday crafts, Hebrew language materials, Torah study guides, and Jewish history lessons. Through its extensive resources, it services many Jewish schools of all affiliations.
Bimbam
- An educational website that offers captivating videos, games, and activities tailored for children and families. The site includes resources on topics such as Jewish history, Jewish holidays, and Jewish values. This platform delivers fun and interactive content accessible to all ages and backgrounds.
Deracheha
- Platform offering sources and discussion about halakhic issues related to women with a variety of approaches presented. The site is a valuable resource for those seeking to deepen their understanding of women’s roles within prayer, Shabbat, family purity laws, and holidays.
Ohr Somayach
- Yeshiva based in Jerusalem, Israel offering Torah classes and outreach programs primarily for young Jewish men. Their website provides access to hundreds of stimulating and inspiring Torah shiurim by educators affiliated with the yeshiva. The site contains resources for beginners and those already well-versed in Jewish knowledge.
Judaism 101
- An online encyclopedia of Judaism that serves as a valuable resource for individuals looking to learn about Judaism. It covers Jewish beliefs, people, places, holidays, and practices and is written from a traditional perspective in conversational language that is easy to understand.
Halachipedia
- An online collaborative encyclopedia of halakha. Halachipedia aims to provide a comprehensive resource for individuals seeking information and guidance on various aspects of Jewish law and practice. It contains summaries of many essential Jewish law topics, references, and links to other online material in a simplified and easy-to-use format.
JEWISH HISTORY
Eshel Publications
- Founded to help disseminate the works of Rabbi Aaron Lopiansky, Rosh Yeshiva of the Yeshiva of Greater Washington in Silver Spring, MD. Rabbi Lopiansky’s classes cover many topics, including Machshava, Musar, Jewish History, and Chasidut. The website contains both audio and video recordings.
All Daf
- Platform under the auspices of the OU (Orthodox Union), catering to Daf Yomi learners of every level. The platform offers Daf Yomi learners a wide array of content in a user-friendly and easily accessible format. It includes an extensive shiurim library on each daf delivered by experienced and knowledgeable teachers.
Torah Media
- Founded to make collections of cassette tapes and other recorded series by well-known Jewish speakers available online, Torah Media offers thousands of audio lectures and classes on Jewish topics such as Jewish law, ethics, history, philosophy, and spirituality.
Jewish History Website
- Produced by the Destiny Foundation, the site offers the opportunity to study Jewish history online. It provides articles, videos, and other resources on the rich history of the Jewish people from biblical times to the present day.
Olami Resources
- Platform offering educational resources developed by Ner LeElef, a Jerusalem-based foundation dedicated to bringing Torah knowledge and Jewish life to Jews from all backgrounds and locations.
Torah Umesorah Chinuch
- Offers a wide range of educational materials, lesson plans, articles, and videos on various Jewish topics, such as Chumash, Jewish holidays, and Jewish values. It also provides a space for educators and parents to connect and share ideas. Affiliated with Torah Umesorah, the site aims to enhance Jewish education and promote Jewish identity among individuals of all ages.
Walder Education
- An online center for Jewish teachers that promotes a range of Jewish-themed resources, including holiday crafts, Hebrew language materials, Torah study guides, and Jewish history lessons. Through its extensive resources, it services many Jewish schools of all affiliations.
Rabbi Wein
- Dedicated to the teachings, writings, and lectures of Rabbi Berel Wein, a renowned Jewish historian. Run by the Destiny Foundation, it offers articles, podcasts, videos, books, and a blog where Rabbi Wein shares his insights on Jewish history and current events.
Bimbam
- An educational website that offers captivating videos, games, and activities tailored for children and families. The site includes resources on topics such as Jewish history, Jewish holidays, and Jewish values. This platform delivers fun and interactive content accessible to all ages and backgrounds.
Outreach Judaism
- An international organization dedicated to providing accurate and reliable information about Judaism, its beliefs, practices, and teachings. As part of its work, Outreach Judaism responds to questions and misconceptions about Judaism raised by Christian missionaries and cults.
RESOURCES FOR CHILDREN
The Yeshiva.net
- The online educational institution of Rabbi Y.Y. Jacobson, a popular American speaker. It offers recordings, classes, and other resources from Rabbi Jacobson, the founder and dean of the institution.
Mizrachi
- A global Religious Zionist movement that aims to spread Torah ideas related to the Land of Israel worldwide and strengthen the bond between the international Jewish community and the State of Israel. Through education, advocacy, and community engagement, they inspire unity, pride, and a profound commitment to religious Zionism among Jews worldwide.
Olami Resources
- Platform offering educational resources developed by Ner LeElef, a Jerusalem-based foundation dedicated to bringing Torah knowledge and Jewish life to Jews from all backgrounds and locations.
Torah Umesorah Chinuch
- Offers a wide range of educational materials, lesson plans, articles, and videos on various Jewish topics, such as Chumash, Jewish holidays, and Jewish values. It also provides a space for educators and parents to connect and share ideas. Affiliated with Torah Umesorah, the site aims to enhance Jewish education and promote Jewish identity among individuals of all ages.
Walder Education
- An online center for Jewish teachers that promotes a range of Jewish-themed resources, including holiday crafts, Hebrew language materials, Torah study guides, and Jewish history lessons. Through its extensive resources, it services many Jewish schools of all affiliations.
Young Israel Parsha Nation
- A project of the National Council of Young Israel, a network of Orthodox Jewish congregations in the US, focusing on the weekly parasha. The project provides stories, games, parasha questions, and other resources to help impart the weekly Torah portion to children.
Bimbam
- An educational website that offers captivating videos, games, and activities tailored for children and families. The site includes resources on topics such as Jewish history, Jewish holidays, and Jewish values. This platform delivers fun and interactive content accessible to all ages and backgrounds.
Torah for Kids
- A website offering entertaining videos for children on the weekly parasha and other subjects.
Torah Live
- An educational website that offers animated videos, lessons, and resources on various topics in Jewish law, ethics, and values. The site is primarily geared towards children and teens, though adults will also enjoy its engaging content and user-friendly navigation.
AlHaTorah
- Platform offering numerous resources, tools, and replicable methodology for the study of Tanakh. The site also provides a modern, digitalized version of many important Torah texts, and interactive features including translations, commentaries, and search options.
ASK THE RABBI
Nishmat Yoatzot
- Website run by “Yoatzot Halakha,” women trained in the realm of halakha and women’s health issues, particularly in the context of Jewish family life. They provide guidance and answer questions related to topics such as family purity laws (taharat ha’mishpacha), which involves the observance of halakhot concerning menstruation and marital relations.
Daf Yomi Advancement Forum
- A wide range of resources to aid individuals studying Daf Yomi, making it easier for them to understand and engage with the material. The website also offers audio shiurim that cover each daf. The Daf Yomi Advancement Forum was one of the first online Torah sites focusing on the Daf Yomi study.
Yeshiva Website
- A project of the Beit El Yeshiva, the website offers numerous Torah shiurim and articles on many topics, with a particular focus on “Torat Eretz Yisrael,” Torah ideas related to the Land of Israel.
CRC (Chicago Rabbinical Council)
- Site of the kashrut department of the Chicago Rabbinical Council, which provides kashrut supervision throughout the Midwest, North America, and worldwide. Its website contains essential practical information for the modern kosher consumer, including advice on identifying kosher products and maintaining a kosher kitchen.
Rabbi Asher Weiss
- Collected video and audio recordings from Rabbi Asher Weiss, a distinguished halakhic authority in Jerusalem, covering topics in Jewish law, ethics, the weekly Torah portion, and contemporary issues.
Ohr Somayach
- Yeshiva based in Jerusalem, Israel offering Torah classes and outreach programs primarily for young Jewish men. Their website provides access to hundreds of stimulating and inspiring Torah shiurim by educators affiliated with the yeshiva. The site contains resources for beginners and those already well-versed in Jewish knowledge.
Bais Havaad Halacha Center
- Educational institution based in Lakewood, NJ, dedicated to providing advanced Torah education, resources, and practical halakhic guidance, particularly in the contemporary business world. The Bais Havaad offers many online video and audio resources and runs a professional Beit Din (Jewish religious court) that rules on matters of monetary dispute.
Star-K
- One of North America’s largest kosher certification agencies, based in Baltimore, Maryland. The Star-K certifies products worldwide under the administration of Rabbi Moshe Heinemann, and its website offers much practical kashrut information and guidance on other practical halakhic issues.
Shema Yisrael – Yeshiva Pirchei Shoshanim
- Offers students the opportunity to study halakha and earn semikha (rabbinic ordination) through a structured online program available in English, Hebrew, and Spanish. It also offers online courses for studying the seven Noachide laws and other resources on topics such as family life, Jewish ethics, and Jewish law.
Aish.com
- A Jewish content website that caters to a wide range of readers, offering educational and inspirational materials on Jewish thought, spirituality, and practice. The website, which attracts over a million monthly users and contains tens of thousands of articles and videos in multiple languages, is associated with the Aish HaTorah institution, founded in Jerusalem in 1974.
IN-PERSON LEARNING
Nishmat Yoatzot
- Website run by “Yoatzot Halakha,” women trained in the realm of halakha and women’s health issues, particularly in the context of Jewish family life. They provide guidance and answer questions related to topics such as family purity laws (taharat ha’mishpacha), which involves the observance of halakhot concerning menstruation and marital relations.
Yeshivat Kerem B’yavneh
- A post-high school Yeshiva in Israel near Ashdod. The yeshiva offers an intensive curriculum with a focus on Talmudic studies. It has an Israeli program (whose students also serve in the Israeli army) and an overseas program.
Mercaz Daf Yomi
- Created by Rabbi Eli Stefansky as a tool for studying the Daf Yomi (daily page of Talmud). The site includes clear and concise recap videos for reviewing the Daf Yomi in just 8 minutes. It also offers Rabbi Stefansky’s full-length entertaining Daf Yomi shiurim.
Manhigut Toranit
- A division of Kollel Eretz Hemdah in Jerusalem, a religious Zionist institution of advanced Torah learning. Manhigut Toranit offers a five-year program to train Torah scholars to serve in rabbinic positions in the Diaspora. Its website provides access to essays on various topics written by the participants.
Yeshivat Shaalvim
- A yeshiva for post-high-school students in Israel with an Israeli and overseas program. Its website offers a wide range of recorded Torah classes and lectures delivered at the yeshiva.
Ohr Torah Stone
- A Modern Orthodox movement of 32 institutions and programs based in Israel, dedicated to transforming Jewish education, leadership, and outreach worldwide. The organization also includes a network of 300-plus emissaries who serve in positions of spiritual and educational leadership globally in North America, South America, Central America, Australia, and New Zealand.
Midreshet HaRova
- Religious-zionist seminary for post-high school women located in the Old City of Jerusalem. The curriculum offers subjects including Tanakh, Talmud, Halakha, and Jewish philosophy, and its website provides access to some of the classes delivered at the seminary.
Rabbi Shmuel Silber
- Founded by Rabbi Shmuel Silber as the educational arm of Suburban Orthodox Congregation in Baltimore, Maryland. Through its virtual classroom and easy-to-navigate website, it has become a learning portal for individuals on all levels across the globe looking for inspiring and intellectually invigorating Torah learning.
Naaleh
- An online platform of Torah education for women that provides a diverse array of Torah classes and videos. Taught by experienced rabbis and educators, Naaleh.com’s classes cover a wide range of topics, including Tanakh, Jewish law, history, philosophy, and women’s issues.
Yeshivas Bircas HaTorah
- A yeshiva serving both post-high-school students and adults with academic and professional backgrounds in a warm environment. The website contains many shiurim delivered in the yeshiva.