Judaism
Jerusalem's Bikur Cholim hospital battle puts city's pluralism to the test
“If the hassidim take control of the eastern building, it will no longer be open to the public, and the gate will be locked,” warned Jerusalem's Deputy Mayor Yosef Havilio.
Latin American Jewish converts caught between communal bans and Israel’s Law of Return
Your Investments: Lessons from Tisha B'Av on reflecting for a better future
Middle Israel: How Jews and Palestinians became masters of historical denial
David Hofstedter and his family foundation: From Toronto real estate to global Jewish learning
A builder in business and Jewish life.
What Sydney Sweeney’s media strategy can teach Israel’s defenders - opinion
As anti-Zionist narratives spread globally, Israel's defenders must focus more on winning public trust.
The guard outside the synagogue - opinion
Our guard stands in the cold, gives up holidays with his family, and carries a responsibility he never chose. When tragedy comes, men like him are often the first line of defense.
'Joseph Albo': A sweeping map of Jewish belief - review
This influential vision of Judaism places belief and commitment, not philosophy, at the heart of salvation.
Torah study and Israeli military service are both sacred, but not the same - opinion
Public backlash over proposed legislation reflects a broader struggle over how Israel defines service, sacrifice and equality.
Caught between two homelands, a Lebanese Christian finds his place in Israel
From South Lebanon to Israel, a displaced Christian shares a life shaped by war, faith, and divided identity.
This month in Jewish history: Nobel and Noble
From Joseph’s birth to Entebbe’s rescue, discover the defining Jewish milestones, heroes, tragedies, and triumphs of Tammuz.
Parashat Korah: Misreading intentions
Korah's rebellion shows how mistrust and competing narratives destroy dialogue, as reflected today in Israel’s haredi draft divide.
Shabbat candle lighting times for Israel and US
See Shabbat candle lighting times for your area.
Parashat Korah: The story of the almond – and of diligence
When Korach questions Moses’ authority, a simple staff becomes a powerful symbol of divine choice and enduring leadership.
