Torah
Exploring Vilnius: the Jerusalem of Lithuania and its Jewish past
A walk through Vilnius reveals a city of cobbled streets and cafés layered over Jewish heritage, from the Vilna Gaon’s legacy to the ruins of the Great Synagogue.
Parashat Korah: Misreading intentions
Parashat Korah: The story of the almond – and of diligence
By passing Torah Study law, Israel risks turning holiness into a bargaining chip - editorial
Jewish learning defines knowledge in a fragmented world - opinion
In an age of distraction, Jewish knowledge is no longer about knowing everything, but about engaging deeply with the core texts that shape understanding, practice, and meaning.
Beyond the headlines: Finding an anchor in the shelter - opinion
A weekly glimpse into the Israel you won’t read about in the news.
Understanding global criticism of Israel through historical, theological lenses - opinion
How history, religion, and ideology shape global views of Israel and Jewish sovereignty.
What South Park and Dante get wrong about the Hebrew Bible’s Hell - study
A new academic essay argues that the fiery underworld familiar from Dante, TV, and pop culture replaced the Hebrew Bible’s older, quieter idea of Sheol.
Love isn’t enough: Faith in humanity through the lens of the Torah
In a fractured world, Torah reminds us through Akiva, Hillel and Ben Azzai that every person carries dignity, meaning and divine image.
Israel must break free from the dangerous status quo - opinion
What once felt like stability in Israel is now revealed as dangerous inertia with real costs across security, society, and faith.
Parashat Acharei Mot-Kedoshim: The promise of permanence
The covenant endures. The people have returned. And, as the Malbim teaches, we shall never again be cast out.
Parashat Acharei Mot-Kedoshim: Love your neighbor as yourself
The days between Pesach and Shavuot invite reflection, as Rabbi Akiva teaches that loving others is central to receiving the Torah.
Hodaya Cohen wins Israel's 78th Independence Day Bible World Quiz for Youth
The event was held at the Jerusalem Theater and recorded in advance due to the security situation, and gathered 16 outstanding young men and women from seven countries.
The Torah our children wrote - opinion
On the stickers lining our lampposts, our fallen soldiers left something ancient. A new Mishnah, written not in ink but in lives.
