Tradition of israel

What's Israel’s role in Judaism? Zionists' duty is to know - opinion

People, leadership, and land are the three foundations of the Jewish nation; understanding how each of these pillars interacts with the others is key to understanding Israel's role for Jews

A view shows a town nestled in a valley seen near Jerusalem in April in 2026.
 A RALLY against recruiting haredim into the IDF takes place in Jerusalem, on Sunday. Ironically and unashamedly, it is those who cloak themselves in the garb of religiosity who appear most ready to ignore our central precepts, the writer charges.

Judaism encourages haredim to draft into IDF - opinion

 A PROTEST against judicial reform takes place in Tel Aviv, this past Saturday night. It has become increasingly clear that for those demonstrating against judicial reform, the real issue is an existential, not a political one, says the writer.

We must make Israel a Jewish state – we owe it to our ancestors - opinion

 (L-R) Massimo Manetti and Tali Friedman sign the Matching Markets Deal between Florence's historic market and Machane Yehuda, July 3, 2023 in Jerusalem.

Jerusalem's Mahaneh Yehuda market celebrates centennial, signs historic agreement with Florence


Think About It: About the Passover Seder, pluralism and tolerance

In other words, Passover is for me folklore, the folklore of my people, though I respect all those who view it from a religious perspective.

A Passover Seder for new immigrants takes place in Mevaseret Zion in 2011.

The Sukkot identity: Understanding our peoplehood through the holidays

This is the true identity of the committed Jew, inspired by the spiritual, yet prepared to confront the material in a way that brings us closer to our tradition and Creator.

Mother and daughter enjoy cotton candy at Jewish holiday festivities.

Rosh HaShanah 2017-2018 Traditional Gift Guide

Why Give a traditional Rosh Hashanah gift?

Gold pomegranate pendant with red ruby gemstones.

Tradition, Torah, and a true friend

The lessons to be learned from this week's parashat hashavua (Torah portion), Parshat Shmini.

A soldier from the Golani Brigade holds a comrade’s hand as he helps him during a 70-kilometre march, marking the completion of their advanced training, at the end of which they receive their brown beret, in 2014

The Holy Bread Preparation

The Jerusalem Post

Tradition Today: Rebuke and reconciliation

We should remember when we observe the fast this Saturday night.

Worshippers sit on the ground on Tisha Be’av at the Western Wall, as a sign of mourning, in commemoration of the destruction of the Temple

Wonder, why do strictly orthodox rabbis respect secular Jews but detest less orthodox Jews?

The Jerusalem Post

Tradition Today: Counting the days

We should anticipate it these weeks with joyous trepidation and prepare ourselves to say on Shavuot what our ancestors said at that time some three thousand years ago.

Members of the Black Hebrews dance as they take part in celebrations for Shavuot in Dimona

Surviving Seder night

Passover at its essence is a celebration of freedom.

Passover seder (illustrative)

WATCH: A flight attendant’s guide to the Passover seder

The video is fun, accessible and informative. It has cultural references that everyone can relate to, and teaches about Passover and the traditions involved in creating a seder.

Flight attendant’s guide to the Passover seder‏