Jewish World

Jewish life, religion and practices in Israel and the Diaspora

A state, not a shtetl: Why Israel forges ties with the far Right to fight antisemitism

Israel is not a shtetl. It is a state, and, as a result, its interrelationships with the non-Jewish world are necessarily different than those of the shtadlan.

'Letters from Home': Exploring tension among Jews in in the Second Temple era

The relationship between the Jewish communities of Egypt and Israel created an underlying tension, not unlike the modern-day relationship between world Jewry and the Jews of the State of Israel.

 Ibn Gabriol School in Madrid, Spain Purim celebration.

Unifying Jewish education in a divided Jewish world

Jewish education is the key to unity, identity, and continuity—ensuring every child has access to learning is our greatest responsibility for the future.

By URI POLIAVICH
12/03/2025

How are the dynamics of Jewish family life always shifting?

Jewish parents share common aspirations, including raising children with empathy, moral responsibility, and a strong sense of self.

Taking the Masa journey

Meet inspiring Masa alumni who are leading change in today’s world.

 Azeri Jews pray for US President Donald Trump in Baku, January 20, 2025

Special prayers in Baku: Azerbaijan's Jews honor US President Donald Trump

The Jewish community in Azerbaijan’s capital gathered to pray for the incoming president and celebrate the strong ties between their nations.

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Crisis support to the Jewish community after the murder of Rabbi Kogan

The Jerusalem Post spoke to the Jewish world's largest emotional crisis service about the help they are giving following the murder of Chabad Rabbi Kogan in the UAE.

How Bar-Ilan University Plans to Use Its $260 Million donation for Growth and Tradition - opinion

Bar-Ilan University has received its largest donation ever. Its leaders must now decide how to use this money, balancing their agency for Jewish heritage and innovation.

By ARI ZIVOTOFSKY
25/07/2024

Reform Cantors unite in Jerusalem: A harmonious gathering amid uncertainty

After October 7, the trip became about fostering understanding with the people of Israel in this dark time and bringing that understanding home to the US. 

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