religion

Is God an antisemite?

Since there is no good reason not to like us, is God’s disfavor toward the Jews something akin to the United Nations or the European Union, which just despise us irrationally?

When stakes are high, Judaism doesn’t place all responsibility on a single charismatic leader

How might Judaism influence and shape democracy, either in Israel or in the US?

By RABBI JUSTUS BAIRD/JTA
03/07/2024
 TERRY NEWMAN: ‘The 21st century will become known as the “Jewish century.”’

BINA – the home of Israeli Judaism

Terry Newman, successful entrepreneur and chairman of BINA public board of directors, says Israelis must take back ownership of their Judaism.

Pakistan’s first human milk bank temporarily shuts down after facing religious backlash

Pakistan’s first human milk bank in Karachi suspended operations after religious scholars deemed it haram. The Health Ministry is seeking further guidance from the Council of Islamic Ideology.

By ARSHAD MEHMOUD/THE MEDIA LINE
25/06/2024

Despite disconnection from rabbinic authorities, Israelis still seek out spirituality

As we hope for better days, leaders concerned with preserving Israel’s strong Jewish identity need to find a way for religious life to flourish without coercion.

By RABBI KENNETH BRANDER
22/06/2024
 Sgt. Maj. (res.) Eliran Mizrahi's funeral at the Mount Herzl Military Cemetery in Jerusalem

Religious services minister: Northern burial services preparing for a 'major scenario'

Religious Services Minister Michael Malkieli also rejected the idea that Shas would topple a right-wing government it had done everything to create.

Youth united: Religious and secular teens march together calling for an end to polarization, hatred

Many of the 20 thousand teens have lost family and friends in the war and experienced its horrors firsthand.

Attempts to pass the 'Rabbi Law' show how disconnected the government is

The Knesset was supposed to hold initial committee votes on the Rabbi Law on Tuesday but pushed it off at the last minute, leading to further anger and frustration.

Missouri judge rejects suit by interfaith clergy, including rabbis, that challenged abortion ban

A Missouri judge upheld the state's abortion ban, rejecting an interfaith clergy group's lawsuit. The clergy argued the ban violated church-state separation, but the judge disagreed.

By JACKIE HAJDENBERG/JTA
18/06/2024

Introducing the Diamond-Studded Book of Psalms!

The beloved headscarf brand offers a beautiful and modest clothing collection, a new facial care series from an international brand, and new kitchen appliances from the veteran cookware manufacturer.

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