Hartman Institute

Why Donniel Hartman sees a brighter Israeli future — in 2026

Rabbi Donniel Hartman is urging critics of the judicial reforms and Netanyahu’s government to take a deep breath.

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 Benjamin Netanyahu and Avi Maoz meet ahead of coalition negotiations.

Will the new gov't drastically change the religion-state status quo? - analysis

 THE MUSLALA rooftop garden on top of the Clal Building.

Jerusalem highlights December 2-8

 FROM LEFT: Andrew, Shani and Elisha hike in the Golan Heights on a Hevruta program tiyul.

Shared Jewish vision: One friendship at a time - opinion


Jewish-based marketing firm 'Big Duck' rejects client over Israel ties

Big Duck’s past clients have included the Jewish Theological Seminary, the National Council of Jewish Women, and Keshet, a Jewish LGBTQ group.

 A view of the New York City offices of the Shalom Hartman Institute of North America.

Why are secular Israelis obsessed with traditional Judaism?

“Many secular readers, after they read this book, they said, ‘Oh, we want to be that kind of secular Israelis that are connected to their past without being controlled by the past, where can we start

Micha Goodman Identity Crisis

Hartman Conference addresses nationalism and democracy - watch live

Titled "Nationalism, Marginalization, and Jewish Peoplehood," it will address questions such as "How are Israelis perceiving and responding to the rise of nationalism in the US and beyond?"

THE JERUSALEM skyline as viewed from the Mount of Olives

Center Field: Celebrating Hartman graduation and Zionist values

For most, Diaspora Zionism involves self-defense, combating anti-Semitism and advocating for Israel passionately.

Dome of the rock and Israeli flag

iENGAGE / Dear Abbas: Don't prove naysayers right

Some Israelis are counting on you to waste this opportunity, but most would prefer you as a true peace partner

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It's not about the peace process, but about peace

When peace is a value we neither fear trust-building measures nor preconditions, as long as they are in line with our principles.

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iENGAGE: The power of ideas

My father, David Hartman, believed content was the key to Jewish continuity, that fear and coercion were unworthy contributors.

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Talking to Maimonides: On David Hartman's passing

He wasn't just an expert. He had lively conversations with these thinkers, forcing them to be part of our lives.

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