Author, speaker, activist for Jewish ideas. From the pulpit, on the page, or in the public square, Jeff Salkin brings bold Jewish thought to the questions shaping our shared future — with heart, humor, and a little chutzpah.
About Rabbi Jeffrey Salkin
Rabbi Jeff Salkin is a noted writer, author, and speaker. His column, “Martini Judaism: For Those Who Want to Be Shaken and Stirred,” published by the Religion News Service, has won several awards for Best Religion Column of the Year, and is also an award-winning podcast. He has been a commentator on the American political scene on CNN and the BBC, and his essays have appeared in The Washington Post, Commentary, The Wall Street Journal, Tablet, and Forward. Widely regarded as one of the most thoughtful and provocative voices in contemporary Jewish life, he is the author of twelve books on such diverse topics as b’nai mitzvah, masculinity, Israel, interfaith relations, the spirituality of career, and Judaism as counter-culture.
Featured Articles by Rabbi Jeffrey Salkin
"Two rock stars, two messages — and a lesson for Jews this new year"
September 14, 2026 | A Jewish community thanks Boy George. We all should do the same.
"How 9/11 taught us to find sparks in ashes"
September 11, 2026 | If you are looking for a spark, sift through the ashes. And perhaps find some hope as well.
"Howard Jacobson's 'Howl' is a dark meditation on post-Oct. 7 antisemitism"
September 9, 2026 | Howard Jacobson's 'Howl' is a dark meditation on post-Oct. 7 antisemitism
"The book you must read before Rosh Hashanah"
September 4, 2026 | In her new book, Dara Horn writes that we have been teaching about Jews and Judaism all wrong. Here is how we can fix it.
