Jewish faith

Gaza GenoLIE: The campaign fighting “a modern blood libel”

A growing international coalition of more than 100 organizations says the accusation that Israel commits genocide in Gaza has become a weapon against Israel and Jews worldwide.

A new billboard about the GazaGenoLIE.com campaign in the center of Times Square, next to the NASDAQ
‘MESIRUT NEFESH’: Willingness to give up comfort, time, money, and personal interests for a greater value.

Before the High Holidays, the Jewish people must look inward - opinion

THE AUTHOR attempts to place today’s challenges within the broader sweep of Jewish history and Torah.

'Reclaiming Redemption Vol. II': Tracing Jewish survival from exile to war - book review

The tradition of “Mazel Tov” and the belief in luck and fate continue to accompany Jewish life from its ancient roots to the modern world.

Why "Mazel Tov" endures as the Jewish World's Favorite Blessing


At the edge of doubt and faith - opinion

"Doubt has pushed me into a more profound and existential space, forcing me to confront life’s rawest truths and to anchor myself in something deeper."

 ONE ACCEPTING the yoke of heaven enters into a relationship of love and friendship with God.

Refusing Milk Saved Them from Death


Polish police took initiative in Jewish killings, new book explores

Polish police murdered Jews during the Holocaust with gusto and even without Nazi orders, according to new resesarch.

 A group of Nazi police in Otfinów, Poland, 1943.

A Father’s prayer: Coping with a son’s wounds in Israel’s war - opinion

The war persists, and our sacred struggle to safeguard our land and protect our people remains unwavering.

 ONE OF the largest Israeli flags, measuring 90 sq.m., can be seen at the Tel Saki memorial site, Golan Heights, from across the Syrian border.

How to maintain stability in life? Rabbi Yoel Pinto delivers a powerful message


Exploring faith and theology in 'Seeking the Hiding God' - opinion

“When my friends asked, ‘Arnie, why is it that you have faith and we don’t?’ — I tried to figure out what experiences in my life made me open to the possibility of faith,” he said last week.

 (illustrative) stacked books with three open books in the middle.

Faith in miracles must be accompanied with taking action post-Oct. 7 - opinion

Like Elisha, we must combine faith in miracles with direct, personal action. Our wounded defenders need not only our prayers; they need our presence, support, and commitment.


What are the secrets behind Israel's resilience and survival? - opinion

That is “Hatikvah,” the Hope. Along with faith and courage, it is the secret of our survival.

An Israeli flag [Ilustrative]

Refusing to lose faith on Simchat Torah despite tragedy - opinion

As we committed on Simchat Torah to dancing again, we are commanded to remember the victims of October 7 and refuse to let our faith dwindle.

Torah scroll is raised and displayed at Western Wall

How has the role of rabbis in Israel changed since October 7?

Rabbis who are traditionally spiritual leaders in their communities have faced a whole new level of challenges from congregants and from the need to maintain their own spiritual balance post-Oct. 7.

 RABBIS AMIRIT ROSEN and David Goodman of Kehilat Moreshet Avraham in Jerusalem’s East Talpiot neighborhood