Elul

Beyond the Headlines: What did you take home from Israel? - opinion

A weekly glimpse into the Israel you won’t read about in the news.

Rabbi Mark Wildes with the scribe at the Nova site.
Jewish worshippers and visitors gather at the Western Wall in Jerusalem a day before the eve of Tisha B’Av, July 21, 2026.

Grapevine: Onward August

THE UN General Assembly votes on a draft resolution demanding a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip in June. The world must hold Israel’s enemies accountable for incitement, glorification of violence, and the blood on their hands, says the writer.

Reflecting on 700 days of war in Gaza during Elul means asking ourselves tough questions - opinion

WORDS, WORDS, WORDS.

Parashat Ki Teitzei: Words are tearing us apart


The Jewish month of Elul is here: Time to better our health - opinion

Without a healthy body, one can’t have spiritual health either. We know what to do, but now we have to resolve to do it.

 A time to change also means concentrating on our health and health habits, says the writer at The Wellness Clinic.

Elul: The merit of holy rebels - opinion

Buried in Tel Aviv are the modern heirs of the ancient prophets.

 DIZENGOFF CENTER, Tel Aviv: How could the dreams of 60 families led by Meir Dizengoff, Tel Aviv’s first mayor, compare with the glories of Jerusalem the Gold, the City of David, site of the Temple of Solomon?

Elul: Remembering and forgetting are the keys to unlock teshuva - opinion

As Elul dawns on us this week, don’t forget to remember all the tasks left undone, but remember to forget any trivial indignities you might have endured or any petty arguments.

 AS ELUL dawns, remember to forget any trivial indignities or petty arguments.

Summer is not just for vacation - opinion

Traditionally, Elul is the time for each and every one of us to take stock in our activities, to evaluate the past and to prepare for the High Holidays. That time is upon us.

 ISRAELI STUDENTS, including haredim in yeshivas, are currently on vacation. (Michael Giladi/Flash90)

First Selichot gathering to be held for Jews in Gulf Countries

The AGJC will hold a joint Selichot event for the 6 Gulf Countries: Bahrain, Kuwait, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Oman, and the United Arab Emirates.

SEPHARDIM HAVE been saying Slihot since the start of Elul – such as those said this past week at the Emuna synagogue on Baka’s Rivka Street.

Elul and Alzheimer’s: The challenge of compassion

Compassion: For those who are struck down by illness and for those who have to care of them. We often focus on those who are ill. But life turns upside down for everyone close to the patient.

SEPHARDIM HAVE been saying Slihot since the start of Elul – such as those said this past week at the Emuna synagogue on Baka’s Rivka Street.

Western Wall to hold 17 selichot events, follow COVID-19 rules

Hosting 17 events, each with a chazzan, speakers and live broadcast, ensures the crowds will be spread out. The live broadcasts ensures those who can't come will be able to participate.

Coronavirus regulations are kept at the Western Wall, Jerusalem, 2021

Piano Man and a cab ride: You can change your financial future - opinion

Elul begins the time of reflection on the year past and trying to improve in the upcoming year.

 TAXIS DRIVE through Bangkok, Thailand.

Elul: Seeking forgiveness and favorable judgement

Choice and consequence are two of the most important aspects of our interaction not only with God but with every person we come into relationship with.

 THE DAYS leading up to Yom Kippur allow us to begin the process of repair.

Lessons for the upcoming Elul

The lesson then is how to prepare for anything when we live in such an uncertain world.

Women of the Wall celebrating Rosh Chodesh Elul.