Judaism
Israeli woman arrested for stealing religious books from Haifa rabbi's tomb, trying to burn them
The suspect was taken into custody and transferred to the Haifa police station for questioning.
Israeli Second Temple drama ‘Legend of Destruction’ now available in the US
The land and sky of miracles: Flydubai hijacking reminded Israel of God's protection - opinion
Israelis feel more Middle Eastern as views of Europe sour, study finds
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
Growing antisemitism and declining trust in institutions are leaving many Jewish Canadians questioning where they belong.
Israel can - and should - save assimilated Jews - opinion
Israel must embrace every Jew, including the unaffiliated and intermarried, to help ensure the future of world Jewry.
Shabtai Zvi exhibition explores the false Messiah who mesmerized Jews across the world
A Jerusalem exhibition marking 400 years since Shabtai Zvi's birth explores how the false messiah captivated much of the Jewish world and why his legacy continues to fascinate.
Who owns Judaism? Israel must take it back from the religious establishment - opinion
Israelis have not abandoned Judaism. They are abandoning those who claim ownership over it.
Elul teaches us a Jewish lesson: The last siren has not sounded - opinion
For us, though, the final siren is not until the shofar is blown on Yom Kippur. We still have time to score more points.
Parashat Ki Tavo: The finest generation
Elul's call to confession requires more than admitting failure. Authentic teshuva also means recognizing personal growth and the courage, sacrifice, and resilience of this generation.
Parashat Ki Tavo: The power of joy
Parashat Ki Tavo teaches that joy is not a luxury but a religious obligation, revealed through gratitude, generosity and serving God with a sincere and joyful heart.
Shabbat candle lighting times for Israel and US
See Shabbat candle lighting times for your area.
Jonathan Spector’s ‘Birthright’ puts Jewish history and memory on the stage - opinion
In its first act, set in 2006, we join six friends just back from a Birthright Israel trip. Lev, the seeker of “meaning,” introduces “historiography.”
