Judaism
Israel must give Ethiopian Israelis a real seat at the table - starting at the UN - opinion
Imagine an African American Israeli representing the Jewish state at the UN. Wouldn’t that send a powerful, compelling message for all to see?
From feeling at home in Canada to making aliyah - opinion
Israel can - and should - save assimilated Jews - opinion
Shabtai Zvi exhibition explores the false Messiah who mesmerized Jews across the world
Parashat Hukat: The red heifer's lesson in an age of multitasking and fragmentation
We strive to understand divine will, but when our understanding falls short, we do not walk away from obedience. Commitment to divine command remains the bedrock of religious life.
Not your zaide’s kiddush: Jerusalem's young olim are reinventing the Shabbat kiddush
From apartments to synagogues, Jerusalem's young adults are reinventing kiddush as a social gathering that fits modern life.
Parashat Hukat: A life of meaning
The Torah teaches that genuine values require commitment and effort. A person who remains connected to their values only when it is convenient will struggle to maintain them over time.
Shabbat candle lighting times for Israel and US
See Shabbat candle lighting times for your area.
Israel's haredi divide has become a test of national unity - opinion
Israel's haredi crisis is about more than military service; it's a test of shared responsibility and national cohesion.
David Hofstedter and his family foundation: From Toronto real estate to global Jewish learning
A builder in business and Jewish life.
What Sydney Sweeney’s media strategy can teach Israel’s defenders - opinion
As anti-Zionist narratives spread globally, Israel's defenders must focus more on winning public trust.
The guard outside the synagogue - opinion
Our guard stands in the cold, gives up holidays with his family, and carries a responsibility he never chose. When tragedy comes, men like him are often the first line of defense.
'Joseph Albo': A sweeping map of Jewish belief - review
This influential vision of Judaism places belief and commitment, not philosophy, at the heart of salvation.
Torah study and Israeli military service are both sacred, but not the same - opinion
Public backlash over proposed legislation reflects a broader struggle over how Israel defines service, sacrifice and equality.
