Synagogue
Israel must repair its ties with world Jewry by repairing itself - opinion
Anyone who cares about the future of relations between Israel and world Jewry must know that repairing those ties starts in large part with real repair at home here in Israel.
Prague’s spires whisper Maharal’s hidden history
New York Governor Kathy Hochul promises to increase holiday security at synagogues, Jewish sites
'I stand with you': NYPD head Jessica Tisch speaks at NYC synagogue a week after antisemitic attack
A defunct synagogue, reminder of a once-proud community, collapses in Pennsylvania’s coal region
Mahanoy City’s first Jewish congregation dates back to 1888, having laid the cornerstone for the former Beth Israel Synagogue in 1923.
A manicure, a memorial and the music of David - opinion
After two years of yellow hostage ribbons on her nails, the author removes them and finds meaning in orange, memory, and music.
Canvas for a cause: Art, music, and tzedakah in Jerusalem
Canvas for a Cause, an art auction benefiting the synagogue’s charitable fund, Keren Tzedakah, drew community members, art lovers, and supporters of social justice.
How a machzor survived over six centuries and Nazi attacks to make it to Israel
The first volume of the machzor was completed in1272 in Wurzburg, Germany. Today, it is displayed in the National Library in Jerusalem.
Love at 88, 96: Rosh Hashanah romance that began at shul
A Rosh Hashanah moment in shul sparked a late-life romance in Jerusalem’s French Hill.
Looking back at George Washington’s 1790 letter, the root of American religious freedom
George Washington to the Jews of Newport, Rhode Island, and the presentation of him by artist Arthur Szyk.
US synagogues face a terrible choice: Collaborate with ICE or risk our own safety - opinion
Synagogues must decide whether to comply with ICE's terms tied to DHS security grants or uphold their values by refusing to cooperate with enforcement actions.
Jewish boy tripped, punched, held at knifepoint on way to Paris synagogue
The boy, who was wearing a kippah at the time of the attack, said 5 attackers physically assaulted him, made antisemitic remarks, and stole his AirPods.
Building bridges through music: Hanna Yaffe’s life of faith and dialogue
Singer and storyteller Hanna Yaffe blends Orthodox faith, music, and interfaith dialogue to build bridges across cultures and beliefs.
Concert unites community with music for OneFamily victims in Ra'anana
OneFamily hosts “A Concert of Love & Hope” in Ra’anana, featuring Azi Schwartz and guest performers from around the world.
