Jewish identity

Zionism is a verb: Every generation must ask what it will build - opinion

Zionism is not merely support for the existence of the Jewish state. It is participation in the continued creation of the Jewish future.

 Eliezer Ben-Yehuda, the founder of modern Hebrew, in his home in Jerusalem, sometime between 1918-1923.
Ethiopian Jews take part in Sigd celebrations, November 2025

Ethiopian Jews can be Israel's strongest Zionist ambassadors - opinion

A man puts on a tefillin in Washington Square Park in Manhattan on June 19, 2026 in New York City. Tefillin are a Jewish traditional ritual object, believed to be an approximately 2000 year old tradition.

Education Ministry establishes guidelines guaranteeing students' rights to lay tefillin in schools

PROTESTERS RAISE red hands behind Rabbi Mark Goldfeder, CEO of the National Jewish Advocacy Center, at a US House subcommittee hearing on antisemitism on college campuses, last year. Antisemitism hasn’t just risen, it has metastasized, says the writer.

CAM survey: As the US celebrates 250th anniversary, most American Jews faced antisemitism this year


Is authenticity at risk in Canada? The struggle of Jewish identity in Montreal - opinion

Before, my identity comfortably combined being Jewish, queer, alternative, and a Montrealer; Now, those identities feel like they’re at odds.

 Protest encampment in support of Palestinians at McGill University in Montreal

Beyond ‘Never Again’: Returning to identity in Jewish, Israeli, and Zionist education - opinion

Amid ongoing trauma, Jews and Israelis relive an unfathomable tragedy, but our identity must be shaped by more than grief - honoring our true story beyond tragedy.

 AN ACTIVITY in solidarity with Israel takes place at the Bi-Cultural Hebrew Academy – Jewish Day School in Stamford, Connecticut.

'I wish you would stand up': David Schwimmer calls out celebrities silent on antisemitism

“No one’s asking you to solve the conflict of the Middle East. Just say that you stand with your Jewish friends, colleagues, and neighbours against hatred," Schwimmer said.

 David Schwimmer presents the inaugural "Heroes Against Hate" recognition to 30+ influential and courageous voices at ADL Never Is Now at the Javits Center in NYC on March 4, 2025.

Kariv to CoP: Israel cannot define itself as ‘Jewish’ if it does not bring all hostages home

Kariv described his position as 'the exact opposite' of what Diaspora Affairs Minister Amichai Chikli presented to the CoP on Sunday.

MK Gilad Kariv is seen at a Knesset discussion on May 7, 2024

Returning to Israel educational travel is essential for Jewish identity - opinion

The ceasefire agreement offers not only a glimmer of hope for Israel educational travel, but also a crucial opportunity for Israeli society to invest in restrengthening this field.

 A DELEGATION from the Israel Educational Travel Alliance conference visits Gaza border communities earlier this month.

Empathy, resilience, and adaptation should drive education in a post-October 7 world - opinion

In a world that feels increasingly divided and fraught, we must offer not only knowledge but also healing, community, and hope.

 An illustrative image reflecting how the events in Israel impacted Jewish education.

'This is their song too': A look at Phish and their Jewish fans - review

The book, clearly written for a very narrow audience of Jewish fans – many have seen several hundred shows – details every possible point of connection between Phish and Judaism.

 LEAD GUITARIST Trey Anastasio (C) performs with his band, Phish, during the 2010 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony in New York.

'Sacred Time': Jewish sovereignty, an essential part of our identity

In contrast to religions that emphasize moral degradation, Judaism encourages admitting guilt and regret as a way of self-improvement.

 Author Meir Y. Soloveichik

'Tablets Shattered': The uncertain future of Jewishness in the US and admiring Jewish values

As a Jew and political progressive, Joshua Leifer explains, he feels “pinched between great shame and great fear.”

 The delegation of student leaders from across North America during their visit to Israel.

Over 90% of Jewish, Israeli Americans say candidates’ stance on Israel impacts their vote - survey

The survey, conducted by Midgam Research & Consulting, involved 1,482 respondents—772 Israeli-Americans and 710 Jewish-Americans without Israeli backgrounds.

 Attendees hold up the flag of Israel as CEO of the Republican Jewish Coalition Matt Brooks (out of frame) speaks during the second day of the 2024 Republican National Convention at the Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, July 16, 2024.