Religion
‘I’m fine with Jews, just not Zionists’: Time to rip off the anti-Zionist mask - opinion
Those who believe that they are still supporting their Jewish acquaintances while chanting slogans against Zionism are self-righteous hypocrites
As I turn 80, I hope my life is and continues to be a journey that inspires others - opinion
Jewish men permitted to pray on Temple Mount with prayer books for first time, Ben-Gvir confirms
Religious leaders sign interfaith peace accord in Abuja to launch national harmony initiative
Israel must break free from the dangerous status quo - opinion
What once felt like stability in Israel is now revealed as dangerous inertia with real costs across security, society, and faith.
Grapevine, April 24, 2026: Israel loves Milei!
Movers and shakers in Israeli society.
Parashat Acharei Mot-Kedoshim: Love your neighbor as yourself
The days between Pesach and Shavuot invite reflection, as Rabbi Akiva teaches that loving others is central to receiving the Torah.
Israel must be more than just the nation-state of the Jewish people - opinion
Beyond security, Israel must serve as an anchor for Jewish identity, culture, and global engagement.
Families protest after four Border Police soldiers disciplined for having barbecue on Shabbat
“My daughter feels she was treated like she was nothing,” one of the soldiers' fathers said. “Even if there was a breach of orders, where is the proportionality?"
Time for Israel’s non-kosher public to push back - opinion
Even the hint of a religious consumer boycott can shut entire markets. Deals collapse the moment the “non-kosher” is mentioned.
A deeper reflection: Why the Passover story still matters today - opinion
The lesson that lingers is that freedom is not just about leaving a place of hardship; it is about creating a reality where that hardship does not repeat itself.
Parashat Shmini: Guarding a pure heart
The Hebrew word timtum means “blockage” or “dullness.” Forbidden foods can lead to this blockage – to emotional numbness and a diminished ability to perceive spiritual depth.
Long Island town ordered to pay $19M after blocking Chabad synagogue construction
Rabbi Aaron Konikov and Lubavitch of Old Westbury sued the Village of Old Westbury in 2008 after the village unlawfully blocked construction on the rabbi's property.
Mordecai Kaplan's Reconstructionism: A vision of American Judaism that struggles to grow - review
Mordecai Kaplan’s dream of a Jewish civilization built on choice and fulfillment faces the reality of modern challenges in sustaining community and commitment.
