Religion
'The Koren Tanakh of the Land of Israel': Groundbreaking way to explore the Book of Samuel - review
Koren’s new Samuel does more than explain the biblical text. Through archaeology, maps, manuscripts, and photography, it restores the physical world in which the story unfolded.
Did the Jewish Agency rewrite Zionism’s founding principles? - opinion
Parashat Va'ethanan: Behind the curtain
Tisha B'Av reminds us that rebuilding Israel begins with education - opinion
Serendipitous gifts are all around us: The invisible threads connecting Israelis in times of loss
In Judaism, there is no such thing as mere happenstance. Everything is viewed as hashgacha pratit (divine providence).
What the Israelites' greatest failure can teach us about today's uncertainty - opinion
Dreams are perfect. Reality is not. Reality demands sacrifice, perseverance, and the courage to confront uncertainty.
To save brit milah, it's time to end a controversial circumcision practice - opinion
Protecting brit milah means separating the covenant from a risky practice that Jewish law does not require.
Parashat Beha'alotcha: The courage to see beyond
The Menorah in Zechariah’s vision still burns. Its message still endures. And it still calls to each of us: light the flame. Raise it high.
Parashat Beha'alotcha: Know your place
After Pharaoh intensified the Jewish slaves' work, Moses felt that his mission had failed. Out of deep pain, he turned to God and said, “Why have You done evil to these people? Why did You send me?
From Shavuot to Ramadan: Living in the guidance of sacred scriptures - opinion
Knowledge matters, but what truly defines a person is the ability to translate knowledge into life and action.
'Agents of Change': American Jews and the transformation of Israeli Judaism - review
From gender roles to religious authority, American-trained leaders transformed key debates in Israeli Judaism.
Shavuot and Mount Sinai: Why modern Jews still wrestle with the Torah
The debate over Torah from Sinai may depend less on proof than on the condition of the soul.
Shavuot 2026: The holiday's enduring call to faith, loyalty, and Jewish purpose
From Sinai to modern Israel, Shavuot reminds Jews of the power of faith, words, and commitment.
Haredi conscription debate threatens long-standing Israeli coalitions - opinion
Ultra-Orthodox parties face mounting political backlash as Israel’s war strains the reserve system and coalition stability.
