Simhat Torah
Freedom under fire: Independence Day and the shared song of Israel-Iran resilience - opinion
This Independence Day will be infused with the knowledge that Israel has the power to withstand those who seek to destroy it
Fifty years on, Israel repeats previous mistakes leading to the October 7 massacre - opinion
Miracle in the medicine cabinet: A Simchat Torah story of healing and joy - opinion
Going it alone: Israel’s healing won’t come from the world—it must come from within - opinion
Shemini Atzeret and Simhat Torah 2024: Candle-lighting times for Israel and US
See chag times in your area.
The Herzogs host displaced youth ahead of Simhat Torah - opinion
Herzog, who has taken a particular interest in the hostages, mentions them at every opportunity, and did so when concluding his session with the youngsters.
On Simchat Torah, we dance because we refuse to let the darkness win - opinion
How can we dance again? It’s not just a question for Simchat Torah; it’s a question for every moment we face after loss, after tragedy, after the world splits wide open.
Simchat Torah: Celebration vs. Mourning
Finding joy in Simchat Torah amid Israel’s struggles post-October 7 – opinion
Many are grappling with how to celebrate the holidays amid Israel’s many struggles, but Simcha Torah brings a message of hope and strength.
Rabbis discuss Simchat Torah and unity in polarized, post-Oct. 7 Jewish society
The Jerusalem Post Podcast with Aaron Reich and Tal Spungin.
Simchat Torah: Using joy to overcome pain
Psychological theory offers some important understanding of how we can approach this year’s Simchat Torah.
DateNight AI hosts pre-Simchat Torah speed dating event
6,000 participants, 2,500+ initial matches resulted from DateNight AI’s previous speed-dating event. A pre-Simchat Torah event offers another opportunity to pair up.
How will the Jewish people celebrate Simchat Torah this year?
Will Jews dance this year on Simchat Torah? To answer this question, the Magazine interviewed several people in diverse situations; their responses varied.
After our repentance on Yom Kippur, will God repent for October 7? - opinion
What was God doing as the residents of Beeri were being BBQ'd alive? Why was the Almighty passive as Shani Louk was paraded unconscious and naked — and then decapitated?
