Jewish holidays
WATCH: Thousands gather at Western Wall for selichot prayers as 'Post' observes Yom Kippur
The Jerusalem Post will temporarily pause news coverage to observe Yom Kippur. We wish all our readers a gmar hatima tova and an easy and meaningful fast.
Far from the Holy of Holies: How did ancient Jews observe Yom Kippur 2,000 years ago?
Yom Kippur 2026: Does a text message or social media post count as a real apology?
The other confession: Yom Kippur as the night journey of the soul
The hidden well: Exploring Miriam's leadership as a source of hope in war's shadow
Within a world of harsh decrees and cruelty, Miriam creates a human partnership that crosses boundaries for the sake of saving life.
A voice of praise: Why this Haggadah puts Miriam at the center of the Exodus
An exploration of the unique visual depiction of Miriam’s song in the medieval ‘Haggadah’ from The Israel Museum, Jerusalem’s collection.
Passover candle lighting times for Israel and US
See Passover candle lighting times for your area.
Post-Passover recipes to try: Bagels, veggie soup, chicken, and almond cookies
Cozy post-Passover recipes you’ll love: homemade bagels, veggie soup, crispy chicken, and almond cookies to enjoy with loved ones.
A moment for ourselves: The balcony becomes a sanctuary of calm and breath
Ahead of Passover, the balcony takes on a new meaning: A personal space where one can pause, breathe, and enjoy the outdoors without losing privacy, with greenery and layered heights creating depth.
Passover has never been sweeter: The desserts you must not miss
Chocolate cakes, tiramisu, mascarpone, and beloved classics in kosher versions: The new collections prove there is no reason to compromise on desserts during Passover.
A Passover tribute: Kindness from a Jerusalem neighborhood pharmacy
Every year as Seder approaches, we all look for inspiration in how to make our Seder even richer than the year before.
Rewriting the ‘Pharaoh Constant’: A sci-fi reimagining of the Exodus - opinion
Future historians would deride this as the “Pharaoh Constant” – a civilization of unbroken empire, universal slavery, and global misery.
Freedom is not free: Passover 5786 in the shadow of war - opinion
This Passover, Jews sit at the Seder table amid sirens, reflecting on freedom, oppression, and existential threats in today’s world.
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.
