Two wartime Independence Days, still no consensus on whether Israel won - opinion
As this long war drags on, the emotional landscape shifts, and the lens through which we experience and celebrate our independence changes.
The sky is no longer silent: Antisemitism persists, but Jews are no longer defenseless - opinion
For the first time in centuries, Jews are not merely subjects of history but active participants within it.
Seder night: A crumpled white shirt reveals Passover’s deeper meaning
Rav Amital’s lesson shows that even a rushed Seder can be meaningful and spiritually powerful.
We are living the Haggadah: The war gives new meaning to the story of freedom
On this night of Jewish history, remember that we are not only telling the Haggadah. We are living it. Let its story meet our moment.
From exile to nationhood: The enduring story of Am Yisrael
Passover marks more than freedom; it forged Jewish nationhood and a lasting identity that endured exile and returned as a living people in its land.
Parashat Vayakhel: A ‘kahal’ at war
As Israel faces its greatest challenges, the lessons of Vayakhel remind us of the power of unity in times of crisis.
Parashat Ki Tisa: Fear and the choice of courage
From the golden calf to today, fear tests us, but faith and courage show the way forward.
The Book of Esther: How letters preserved Jewish identity across empires and exile - opinion
How the Book of Esther uses letters to safeguard Jewish identity and language during exile and empire.
Parashat Teruma: Religion in partial measures
Even the ark’s imperfect measurements teach a profound lesson: living God’s will is a human endeavor, full of effort, devotion, and partial success.
Parashat Mishpatim: The long search for moral society
God’s will does more than guide individual behavior. It provides direction for building societies grounded in justice and compassion.