Judaism
A war-weary Jerusalem marks Purim one day after the rest of the world
Early morning sirens coincided with the morning of Shushan Purim, as thousands of Israelis gathered, despite a prohibition on public gatherings, to fulfill the mitzvah of hosting a Megillah reading.
From Hollywood to aliyah and wartime: Diane Neal’s leap of faith
Purim 2026: The hidden miracle of Jewish survival across generations - opinion
Purim 2026: It’s not over until it’s good - opinion
The Book of Esther: How letters preserved Jewish identity across empires and exile - opinion
How the Book of Esther uses letters to safeguard Jewish identity and language during exile and empire.
Purim 2026: Celebrating with faith, fun, and resilience through the years
From childhood groggers to Israel today, Purim reminds us of courage, joy, and the enduring fight against life’s Hamans.
Purim 2026: Ancient Persia offers lessons of prayer, unity, and courage
From ancient Persia to today, Purim shows how prayer, unity, and courage shape Jewish history and identity.
The Tomb of Mordechai and Esther: Iran's Jewish, Purim heritage
According to the tradition of the Jews of Persia, after Haman’s downfall, hostility toward the Jews intensified, and Mordechai and Esther left Shushan and wandered north, to the city of Hamadan.
Megillah in the Miklat: Tel Aviv moves Purim underground as Operation Roaring Lion rages
Despite Operation Roaring Lion, Israelis continue to celebrate Purim in shelters and homes, with community efforts to ensure the mitzvot are fulfilled, including sending gift packages to the needy.
'The Gavriel Tirosh Affair': Unforgettable teacher, lingering memory - review
Yitzhak Shalev’s novel traces the lingering power of a teacher who vanished but never left his students’ minds.
Why I'm proud to be a Zionist living in the State of Israel - opinion
From desert blooms to Jerusalem’s ancient streets, Zionism still matters in creating a Jewish homeland.
'A hug from God': Diana Klein on music, healing, and women’s empowerment - interview
Diana Klein’s music offers comfort, hope, and strength for women seeking self-appreciation.
Finding faith, family, and business: Ben Woolf’s story from England to Jerusalem
From a fractured past to Israeli entrepreneur and devoted family man, Ben Woolf’s story inspires.
AI is transforming work, but it must not redefine humanity - opinion
With the rise of artificial intelligence, true human connection and empathy are needed more than ever.
