Did you make any great New Years resolutions this year? Was staying more informed on issues concerning Jewish life one of them? Shouldn’t it be? In addition to a plethora of scholarly works, many novels and journals of theology, the Jewish world also boasts an impressive offering of magazines. An engaging and accessible way to stay informed and in tune with fascinating aspects of Jewish life, magazines are practical – an article before bed, an issue in the bathroom, on the coffee table… So here we offer you a sampling of a few of our favorites. All are full of great writing, powerful articles, and important subjects. And don't forget the essential subscription - your local Jewish paper! Moment Magazine Moment magazine is an independent bi-monthly journal covering the Jewish world. Founded by Elie Wiesel and Leonard Fein, the magazine is committed to an open conversation on Jewish politics, culture, and religion. Moment is the largest independent Jewish magazine in America, with a circulation of 65,000. In addition to providing in-depth analyses on issues such as the Israeli-Palestinian peace process and the religious disputes in Israel that have spilled over into the United States. , Moment features slice-of-life essays, humor, award-winning columns, and poetry. $14.95/yr (6 issues) Subscriptions: (800) 777-1005 www.momentmag.com The Forward Since 1897, the Forward has presented top quality writing on issues of great importance in the Jewish world. This weekly paper informs readers on both domestic and international Jewish issues, politics, culture, the arts and more. Its contributors have included Isaac Bashevis Singer, Elie Wiesel, and in recent years, Saul Bellow, Chaim Potok, Philip Roth and Joseph Heller. Some would say the Forward is the New York Times of the Jewish world. The paper is also printed in the original Yiddish edition, and since 1995, in a Russian edition as well. $49.95/yr (52 issues) Subscriptions: (800) 266-0773 www.forward.com Lilith Magazine Lilith is an independent Jewish women’s magazine named after the legendary predecessor of Eve who insisted on equality with Adam. For 25 years, Lilith has been a unique voice speaking out on the interrelationships of Jewish identity and feminism. The magazine brings news of creative lifecycle rituals and holiday celebrations, showcases Jewish women writers, educators and artists and illuminates Jewish women’s lives in all their religious, ethnic, sexual and social-class diversity. Each quarterly issue provides lively reporting, analysis, resource listings, interviews, historical essays, reviews, fiction, poetry and art. $18/yr (4 issues) Subscriptions: (800) 783-4903 www.lilith.org Tikkun Magazine Tikkun magazine began in 1986 as a liberal and spiritual alternative to other Jewish publications and voices. Tikkun provides a space for both affiliates and non-affiliated Jewish who seek to renew their Judaism, engage in political discussion and enrich their spiritual values. Tikkun is not afraid of controversy. The editors support the state of Israel, Palestinian rights, progressive politics in the United States, and Jewish/Black dialogue. While Tikkun has become controversial for its support of Palestinians, its editors insist that criticism of Israel come only from a spirit of deep attachment and commitment to the continued existence of the Jewish State. Tikkun is not affiliated with any particular stream of Judaism, and its authors represent a broad spectrum of Jewish life. Tikkun is edited by Michael Lerner, leader of Beit Tikkun in San Fransico, CA. $29/yr (6 issues) Subscriptions: (800) 395-7753 www.tikkun.org The Jerusalem Report The Jerusalem Report is the Jewish world's leading newsmagazine -- covering events and trends in Israel, the Middle East and around the Jewish world. Edited in Jerusalem and appearing bi-weekly, it contains only original, exclusive material, relies on correspondents all over the world and follows an independent editorial line. The Jerusalem Report, which was founded in 1990, has won a series of journalism awards for its reporting and for the work of its columnists. Its opinion pages feature articles from across the religious and political spectrums; its feature pages range from the small but thriving Jewish community in the Amazon jungle to every aspect of the return to Zion. $69/yr (24 issues) Email for subscriptions www.jrep.com Do you have other favorite Jewish publications? Tell us!

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