PJ Library Presents: Have I Got A Story For You!

The Song of Songs

Today we’re reading a section from the Song of Songs, found in the Tanach.  Some believe that King Solomon might have written this poem about someone he loved. Several Je

Elijah and Elisha

Today’s story comes from the second Book of Kings in the Tanach. It’s a story about how much we can learn from mentors, and how we carry our friends with us, even when we

Daniel in the Lion's Den

Today’s story, “Daniel in the Lion’s Den,” comes from the Book of Daniel. That’s the part of the Bible called "Ketuvim," which is the Hebrew word for “writings.”   This

The Story of Creation

Today we’re going to listen to a Torah story you may already be familiar with – the creation of the world, from the book of B’reshit, or Genesis. Narrated by Marcus Gold

Moses and the Burning Bush

A special episode just in time for Passover - the story of Moses and the burning bush.    This episode was written by Jamie Kiffel-Alcheh and produced by Alli Thresher

The Birth of Moses

Moses led the Jews to freedom in the book of Exodus. As a baby, he was saved when his mother hid him in a basket that floated down the river. This episode was written by

The Tower of Babel

Many years after the great flood, Noah’s descendants were tired of wandering and traveling. The people decided to settle on a wide plain. Many many years – and generation

Jonah and the Whale

The original story of Jonah appears in the Prophets section of the Tanakh (an acronym that stands for the three parts of the Hebrew Bible: Torah, the five books of Moses;

Joseph and His Brothers

This is part one of the story of Joseph and his brothers. PJ Library is so happy to announce the new chapter of our award-winning storytelling podcast Have I Got a Story

Aaron the Peacemaker

This episode was written and produced by Alli Thresher. The story was narrated by Richard Wentworth. All music is licensed through Epidemic Sound. PJ Library is so happy

Rebekah at the Well

PJ Library is so happy to announce the new chapter of our award-winning storytelling podcast Have I Got a Story for You! We just launched eight special Torah Stories epis

The Story of Ruth

PJ Library is so happy to announce the new chapter of our award-winning storytelling podcast Have I Got a Story for You! We just launched eight special Torah Stories epis

Shabbat Stories 2

Each Friday evening, families around the world begin the celebration of Shabbat. For many, the evening includes favorite foods, company for dinner, special songs, and ble

Preview: Radio Chitaika Episode 1

Enjoy a one-minute preview of Radio Chitaika, a new podcast for Russian and Ukrainian speakers. Search "Radio Chitaika" wherever you like to enjoy podcasts to subscribe.

Coming Soon: PJ Library Presents Radio Chitaika

Premiering this fall -- a new podcast from PJ Library Presents! Radio Chitaika features folk tales, beloved books, and Jewish stories, read aloud in Russian or Ukrainian

B-Mitzvah Bites: Episode 7

Welcome to a bonus episode – Today our question actually comes from a grown-up (Rachel from PJ Our Way) and she wants some book recommendations. The panel chime in with t

B-Mitzvah Bites: Episode 6

This episode features a question from Alexis. 

B-Mitzvah Bites: Episode 5

This bite is all about writing speeches.

B-Mitzvah Bites: Episode 4

How did the Covid 19 pandemic impact Ellery’s bat mitzvah? What’s it like to have your ceremony over zoom? Let’s dive in with Linus.

B-Mitzvah Bites: Episode 3

How important are hugs? Very, very important. The panel tackle some big topics in this episode.