Judaism

Which messages of Torah are we meant to celebrate and honor as our legacy on Simchat Torah?

This, I think, is the message of Simchat Torah: to hold firmly in one’s imagination the joyful possibility of a year made truly new.

The images of young men starved and tortured in propaganda videos released by their evil Hamas captors seared the conscience of our people.

A person who lives wrongly not only harms himself but also those around him.

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As the 20 living hostages return, faith plays a pivotal role in their survival and reunion. From prayers in captivity to blessings on release, spirituality shaped their journey home.

Jews everywhere are taking off their yellow ribbon now the remaining living hostages have returned from Hamas captivity.

Ivanka Trump, who accompanied her father and husband to Israel, converted to Judaism prior to marrying Jared Kushner in 2009.

As we sit in our sukkot, exposed to the elements, let us remember Ezekiel’s message: Though the storm may rage, Israel’s destiny is secure. 

The structures may be temporary, but creating them with attention to these minute details allows God’s presence to dwell among us.