Omer
Revealing the invisible: Jewish artists bring Mount Sinai to life
For artists who take on the challenge of depicting scenes from the Torah – particularly Moses and the giving of the Ten Commandments – the process begins with preparation.
Parashat Behar-Behukotai: Quality vs quantity
Jerusalem hills finally recovering from devastating 2025 wildfires
Celebrating Lag Ba’omer, a heroic chapter in Jewish history - opinion
Omer: How to synthesize our relationship with God, people
What are we meant to commemorate and how does it contribute to spiritual growth between Passover and Shavuot?
Israelis take part in Omer Temple ritual offering
The ritual is explicitly mandated in the Bible.
What do ancient coins tell us about Bar Kochba and the Omer period?
The symbolism behind the coins is clearly stated in the ornaments they feature.
How my shingles reminded me every day counts
This is Israel, so everyone is willing to share their interesting life stories with someone like me who is always interested.
The Omer: The 49 steps to enlightenment
Just as the world of nature in this spring season is coming into bloom, so does the Omer provide a framework for rebirth.
Dance of the Omer: How to improve your life by counting the Omer
“Each day has a teaching and exercise to help ground the teaching and propel one along the path of transformation and growth. It is a very experiential book."
Omer app offers religious Jews an easy way to count during coronavirus
Counting the Omer: Obsession or longing?
Counting the Omer is not about obsessing over not missing a night - it's about anticipating the festival of Shavuot.
