Shavuot
Meet the Israeli author making Jewish texts accessible for children
The first book I received of Dina’s series of three was her Scroll of Ruth, most appropriate since Shavuot was only a week away.
The beauty and frustration of Shavuot at the Western Wall
Israeli society must reclaim the Torah’s moral core - opinion
From Shavuot to Ramadan: Living in the guidance of sacred scriptures - opinion
Mineral wines that go great with Shavuot dishes
Two elegant white wines from France land in Israel just before the season of dairy meals, and integrate with a trend of more moderate and mindful alcohol consumption as part of a balanced diet.
Tze’ela Gez’s mother-in-law, Naomi: 'Life is still beautiful'
'For me, life is very, very straight. Hashem is the king. We have to understand what that means deeply. It’s not just words.'
Beyond the headlines: Carrying the light forward - opinion
A weekly glimpse into the Israel you won’t read about in the news
If we’re so smart, why are we so divided? Rethinking Jewish unity - opinion
If we can win Nobel prizes for economics or medicine, imagine the legacy of those who crack the code of Jewish unity.
Grapevine: Ahad Ha’am is back
Movers and shakers in Israeli society.
When white comes to life: The color trend that brings warmth back home
Shavuot brings a shift in home design: White is no longer sterile but rich with shades and textures. Learn how to create a warm, inviting white space that suits even a lively family home.
Ruth the Moabite, King David’s ancestor, was a righteous convert
Ruth’s son, Obed, would be the future father of Jesse, who would become the father of King David.
The many faces of Shavuot harvest, revelation, and tradition
The Torah is described as the Tree of Life, and there is a legend that Mount Sinai once was a “green mountain” covered with trees and shrubs.
Beyond the headlines: After Shavuot, carrying the Torah forward - opinion
A weekly glimpse into the Israel you won’t read about in the news.
Shavuot 2025: Diving into the Book of Ruth, a reminder tradition can grow
Beyond its being an inspiring story, The Book of Ruth can be enjoyed as a moving example of how tradition can grow.
