Bible
Jewish woman elected president of Catholic Biblical Association of America - interview
She is also the first Jewish scholar to teach the New Testament at the Pontifical Biblical Institute in Rome in 2019.
This week in Jewish history: Moses ascends Mount Sinai, a massacre shakes Hebron
Parashat Shoftim: Wholehearted – and well
Christian Zionists believe the West Bank is Bible land - opinion
Huvy Elisha and the enduring power of Biblical Art in Jerusalem
Meeting our ancient cousins: What the Samaritans can teach about Jewish continuity - opinion
The existence of the Samaritans reminds us that possessing a text is not enough. The greater wonder is the survival of a people and a living tradition.
Texas creates required reading list that includes Anne Frank and the Bible
Other books on the list include "Charlotte’s Web" by E. B. White and “Animal Farm” by George Orwell.
Ancient stone at Tel Eton may provide new proof of King Hezekiah’s religious reform, study suggests
The stone, known also as a massebah, was discovered during excavations of the First Temple era site, inside a large residence named by archaeologists as "Building 101," or the Governor's Residency.
Parashat Hukat haftarah: The argument that persists
The conclusion is clear: a nation that attacks another in an attempt to annihilate it forfeits its claims to protection. Israel did not conquer out of ambition. It defended itself.
Christian Zionists confront a crisis inside their own camp - analysis
At the ICEJ Jerusalem Summit, pastors, theologians, and Jewish leaders warned that antisemitism and replacement theology are gaining ground inside parts of the Christian world.
Thoughts on viewing the Great Isaiah Scroll - opinion
There is much more to be learned about the history of the Hebrew nation, its literature, and even geography from the Great Isaiah Scroll.
'The Sacrificial Service': Leviticus has been mistranslated for centuries - review
The book grew out of courses the author taught, and covers Leviticus’ chapters 1 through 10.
What the Israelites' greatest failure can teach us about today's uncertainty - opinion
Dreams are perfect. Reality is not. Reality demands sacrifice, perseverance, and the courage to confront uncertainty.
Parashat Beha'alotcha: The courage to see beyond
The Menorah in Zechariah’s vision still burns. Its message still endures. And it still calls to each of us: light the flame. Raise it high.
