Judaism
Middle Israel: How 'The Odyssey' echoes the Jewish story of homecoming - opinion
Written roughly in the time of Isaiah, The Odyssey had nothing to do with the Jews. Its narrative, however, sure is relevant to the Jews, as their own narrative comes under assault.
Parashat Va'ethanan: The positive within the negative
Parashat Va'ethanan: Behind the curtain
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Parashat Hukat: A life of meaning
The Torah teaches that genuine values require commitment and effort. A person who remains connected to their values only when it is convenient will struggle to maintain them over time.
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Israel's haredi divide has become a test of national unity - opinion
Israel's haredi crisis is about more than military service; it's a test of shared responsibility and national cohesion.
David Hofstedter and his family foundation: From Toronto real estate to global Jewish learning
A builder in business and Jewish life.
What Sydney Sweeney’s media strategy can teach Israel’s defenders - opinion
As anti-Zionist narratives spread globally, Israel's defenders must focus more on winning public trust.
The guard outside the synagogue - opinion
Our guard stands in the cold, gives up holidays with his family, and carries a responsibility he never chose. When tragedy comes, men like him are often the first line of defense.
'Joseph Albo': A sweeping map of Jewish belief - review
This influential vision of Judaism places belief and commitment, not philosophy, at the heart of salvation.
Torah study and Israeli military service are both sacred, but not the same - opinion
Public backlash over proposed legislation reflects a broader struggle over how Israel defines service, sacrifice and equality.
Caught between two homelands, a Lebanese Christian finds his place in Israel
From South Lebanon to Israel, a displaced Christian shares a life shaped by war, faith, and divided identity.
This month in Jewish history: Nobel and Noble
From Joseph’s birth to Entebbe’s rescue, discover the defining Jewish milestones, heroes, tragedies, and triumphs of Tammuz.
