Prayer

Thousands gather on National Mall for Trump-backed 'Rededicate 250' national prayer event

The day-long, faith-focused rally transformed the historic space into a venue for prayer and national reflection.

U.S. House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) leads a prayer at the Rededicate 250: A National Jubilee of Prayer, Praise & Thanksgiving at the National Mall in Washington, D.C., U.S., May 17, 2026.
US President Donald Trump looks on during a meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping (not pictured) on the sidelines of a visit to Zhongnanhai Garden on May 15, 2026 in Beijing, China.

Trump to hold 'National Jubilee of Prayer,' raising concerns about separation of church and state

 18th-century prayerbook of Luria’s teachings to go on display at ANU.

18th-century prayer book of Luria’s teachings to go on display at ANU ahead of Lag Ba’omer

RENEE ALBERSHEIM was murdered during the Holocaust. A Jewish couple in Florida has said the Mourner's Kaddish for her daily for years.

Florida Jewish community says kaddish for children killed in Holocaust


Israel to allow daylight pilgrimage at Joseph’s tomb for first time in 25 years

Until now, visits have taken place almost exclusively at night, coordinated by the Israeli military and conducted under heavy security escort.

Israel to allow daytime Jewish prayer at Joseph’s Tomb for first time in 25 years

Parashat Vayera: Abraham vs Social Darwinism 

Abraham believed in the power of his connection to God and in its ability to bring about true transformation – far more powerfully than any punishment, no matter how justified.

One of the purposes of creation is that we establish a channel of relationship with the infinite divine, even when it defies rational understanding

Simchat Torah in Hostages Square lays bare divide over just how much to celebrate yet

“We hold both joy for those who came home and hope and pain for those who haven’t,” Zohar said. “We are one people, one heart.”

People dance around worshipers holding Torahs during the "hakafot" ritual of Simchat Torah in Hostages Square in Tel Aviv, Oct. 14, 2025.

Psalms in tunnels: How scripture steadied Israel’s hostages

As the 20 living hostages return, faith plays a pivotal role in their survival and reunion. From prayers in captivity to blessings on release, spirituality shaped their journey home.

A Jewish person holds Tehillim, the book of Psalms, seeking solace in prayer on Memorial Day in Tel Aviv

‘Yizkor’ - short story

The word yizkor means 'He shall remember.'

‘WHAT WILL they remember about their mother?’ Illustrative.

'The pulpit must speak louder than the propaganda': FOZ mobilizes pastors to back Israel

Over 250 million Christians join a global call led by Dr. Mike Evans and FOZ to honor October 7 victims and stand against rising antisemitism.

Dr. Mike Evans Founder, Friends of Zion Heritage Center in Jerusalem

Sukkot 2025: Your guide to Judaism's week-long fall holiday - explainer

A rundown on the Sukkot's history and meaning, differing customs, and rules for when Yom Tov begins and ends.

Ultra-Orthodox Jews build a Sukkah ahead of the Jewish holiday of Sukkot, in the streets of the ultra-Orthodox neighborhood of Mea She'arim, Jerusalem, October 5, 2025

Global Prayer and Worship United in Jerusalem at the Tower of David

Bishop Robert Stearns, Founder and Executive Director of Eagles’ Wings

Pray for the Peace of Jerusalem: Join Millions Around the World Today

WATCH: Bishop Robert Stearns and Dr. Jack Hayford, lead the largest annual global prayer movement for Israel, uniting millions in over 175 nations to stand together for the peace of Jerusalem

BISHOP ROBERT STEARNS: ‘Every year, we witness the incredible impact of believers coming together to pray  for Jerusalem.’

The evolution of ‘Aleinu’: Atonement, acknowledgment, and an apostate

The Aleinu prayer has also been associated with martyrdom, especially of the Jews of Blois, who in 1171 were accused of ritual murder and offered their lives in exchange for baptism.

JEWISH SOLDIERS in the German Prussian army take part in a Yom Kippur service prior to the 1870 Siege of Metz, during the Franco-Prussian War.