Jewish identity

Why I’m still a Zionist 25 years later – opinion

A century ago, Zionism revived pride in the label ‘Jew’; today, Jews must revive pride in the label ‘Zionist.’

APRIL 28, 2026|ByGIL TROY

People draped in Israeli flags watch the sunset during a party to celebrate Israel's 78th Independence day

Shalev Fima, Chief of Staff of the President of the World Zionist Organization

The battle for Jewish identity will be decided in the classroom, not on Twitter

Jewish identity has never been decided in comment sections. It is shaped in classrooms, youth movements, summer camps, and in family conversations.

FEBRUARY 18, 2026|BySHALEV FIMA

'In the Diaspora we need to continue with Jewish education.’ Tal Ben-Shahar at the Yael Awards in Vienna earlier this month.

Teaching Jewish happiness after October 7: An educator's fresh approach to Jewish pride

EDUCATION AFFAIRS: In the aftermath of trauma, Dr. Ben-Shahar advocates for teaching positivity and success in Jewish education, shifting focus from suffering to pride, resilience, and happiness.

FEBRUARY 14, 2026|ByMATHILDA HELLER

Survivor Agam Berger played "Hallelujah."

At Vienna’s Yael Awards, Jewish education is framed as infrastructure, not crisis response

With antisemitism rising, the Yael Foundation shifts the conversation from reactive measures to long-term investment, honoring schools that treat Jewish education as the backbone of resilience

FEBRUARY 12, 2026|ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF

More than a Jewish safe haven: What is Israel's end game? - opinion

No, Israel is not about being a safe haven for Jews. If it were that and that alone, it would not be enough. Not enough to suffer for. Not enough to strive for.

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024ByAHARON E. WEXLER

David Ben-Gurion at the military boarding school in Haifa.

Jewish songwriter Benj Pasek joins elite EGOT ranks after ‘Only Murders’ Emmy

Benj Pasek becomes the eighth Jewish EGOT winner, alongside songwriting partner Justin Paul, for their work on "Only Murders in the Building."

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024BySHIRA LI BARTOV/JTA

89th Academy Awards - Oscars Governors Ball - Hollywood, California, U.S. - 26/02/17 – Benj Pasek holds his Oscar for Best Original Song.

Nearly 1/3 of Jewish teens hide faith symbols in school amid rising antisemitism - survey

As a result of rising antisemitism in US schools, Jewish teens stop wearing symbolic accessories in fear of encountering antisemitism.

SEPTEMBER 8, 2024ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF

Nearly a third of Jewish teens worldwide stop wearing faith symbols in schools, September 8, 2024.

Natan Sharansky appointed chair of Rabbi Sacks Legacy Global Advisory Board

Natan Sharansky has been named chair of The Rabbi Sacks Legacy's Global Advisory Board, highlighting Sacks' enduring influence on Jewish identity.

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF

Exploring diverse Jewish perspectives through four questions - opinion

To remain hopeful during hard conversations, 20 Jewish Voices explored the Israel-Palestine Conflict at Moishe House's 4HQ Summit.

SEPTEMBER 2, 2024ByLAUREN HUGHES

JEWS FROM across the US, and even one from Canada, gathered in a beautiful dense forest in Connecticut, in striking contrast to the intense conversations they were having each day, says the writer.

What should Jews tremble for this Elul? - opinion

This year we do not need the metaphor of trembling fish to underscore the gravity and solemnity of this period. We have trembled for the past 11 months.

SEPTEMBER 1, 2024ByMOSHE TARAGIN

A religious Orthodox Israeli Jew in a prayer shawl (tallit) is seen praying while keeping a smartphone in front of him.

Temple University investigating pro-Palestinian march at campus Hillel

Temple University is investigating a pro-Palestinian protest where demonstrators targeted the campus Hillel, leading to potential disciplinary actions for students involved.

AUGUST 31, 2024ByJACKIE HAJDENBERG/JTA