Yom Kippur
Rosh Hashanah: What we must break to become whole - opinion
Rosh Hashanah is certainly one of those times when we are overwhelmed by the richness of Jewish symbolism. At the heart of our new year observances lies the piercing cry of the shofar.
For the first time since Oct. 7: Tashlich ceremony to take place at Zikim Beach
Can we change an evil decree? A rabbi and father finds divine mercy, compassion in Oct. 7 - opinion
The second year: Anticipating the Jewish High Holidays after experiencing grief and loss
Reflecting on 700 days of war in Gaza during Elul means asking ourselves tough questions - opinion
Elul demands that we not shy away from the difficult questions that cannot be avoided in any war, no matter how justified it may be.
A time for change; it’s never too late: Start eating, living healthy this Jewish New Year - opinion
Change is always possible. There is no limit on age or the degree of repentance one may require.
Beyond the headlines: Where will you be for the holiday prayer?
A weekly glimpse into the Israel you won’t read about in the news
Why the shofar matters now: A call for unity, strength, and hope - opinion
The shofar’s blast is more than a call; it’s a symbol of Israel’s resilience, unity, and hope, echoing through times of grief and awakening hearts for the future.
Israel needs to regain the confidence to pre-emptively strike threats - comment
In 1967, Israel preempted when its neighbors wanted to destroy it. In 2025, the threat is still there. The Israeli mindset in response should be the same.
Entering the Jewish season of modern remembrance - opinion
Jews need to think about memory. We Jews need to remember. The expression borne out of the Holocaust commands us so: Zachor – Remember.
Only the dead see the end: Reflection on the devastation of war - opinion
The motto of war is “Let the strong survive; let the weak die.” The motto of peace is “Let the strong help the weak to survive.”
Ex-Israeli intel officer: Egypt is building emergency wartime warehouses
Elaborating on the weaponry within the stockpiles, Dekel explained, "These stockpiles include weapons like tanks, artillery, and tractors."
IKAR Rabbi jokes that Jews could learn from Cory Booker's record-breaking senate speech - opinion
The physical feat is impressive, but it’s not the point. We’d do well to consider why Sen. Booker felt such prophetic urgency in issuing this call in this moment.
Thousands attend Sigd holiday event in Jerusalem
At the center of the Sigd holiday is the acceptance of the Torah by the Beta Israel Jews of Ethiopia.
