Torah
‘We are not going anywhere’: Danon defends West Bank settlements at UN meeting
Israel’s UN Ambassador Danny Danon rejected claims that West Bank settlements are obstacles to peace, telling the Security Council that they would remain and continue to grow.
Israel’s ultra-Orthodox community feels misunderstood. Here’s why - opinion
Beyond the Headlines: Have you heard Elkana Levi’s speech? - opinion
Before the High Holidays, the Jewish people must look inward - opinion
Exploring Vilnius: the Jerusalem of Lithuania and its Jewish past
A walk through Vilnius reveals a city of cobbled streets and cafés layered over Jewish heritage, from the Vilna Gaon’s legacy to the ruins of the Great Synagogue.
Parashat Korah: Misreading intentions
Korah's rebellion shows how mistrust and competing narratives destroy dialogue, as reflected today in Israel’s haredi draft divide.
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.
By passing Torah Study law, Israel risks turning holiness into a bargaining chip - editorial
A government that truly cared about Torah would not use it to divide soldiers from students, mourners from politicians, and Jews from one another.
Knesset advances bill to enshrine Torah study into Basic Law, supporting haredi draft evaders
It proposes that the State of Israel "recognize those who commit themselves to long-term dedication to Torah study as performing significant service to the state and the Jewish people."
Beyond the Headlines: What is your mission in the world? - opinion
A weekly glimpse into the Israel you won’t read about in the news.
Ministerial committee approves Torah Study bill amid coalition tensions
Netanyahu’s coalition advances the Torah Study law, despite opposition and warnings that the bill could worsen draft evasion amid Israel’s manpower shortage.
The rabbis attacking Israel’s courts are attacking Religious Zionism - opinion
The very ethos of Religious Zionism is integration: to bridge the sacred and the worldly, and to play an integral role in building the State of Israel.
What the ma'apilim teach us about faith and judgment
The story of the spies shows how belief in destiny can falter in fear or slip into reckless overconfidence.
Joshua's spies chose faith over fear - can Israel do the same?
Joshua’s spies returned with faith and confidence, teaching a timeless lesson about courage, purpose, and the Land of Israel.
