secular

What is the real meaning of unity in Israel these days? - opinion

You can’t open a newspaper, listen to the news, or scroll through social media without reading about the way the people of Israel have come together to fight for survival.

By JONATHAN LIEBERMAN
29/12/2023

Secular groups warn: 'The war must not be used to push religion in army bases'

They say that allowing groups such as the Noam Party into bases violates the rights of gay soldiers, due to its homophobic nature.

Reciprocity must be precondition in secular-religious relations in Israel - opinion

Without reciprocity, the use of the concept of “liberalism” is mere demagoguery.

03/10/2023

Israel's chief rabbi: Secular Jews have lower intelligence, are jealous of haredim

"They do not find satisfaction in life; everything is driven by the desires of this world," Sephardi Chief Rabbi Yitzhak Yosef said.

When solidarity was lost on the most important day of the Jewish year - opinion

The hurt felt by the broad section of the Israeli public that is moderately traditional may have serious consequences for the struggle against the government’s judicial overhaul.

By AMICHAI COHEN
01/10/2023

Can giving Israel Sundays off heal the religious divide?

Rabbi Warren Goldstein: "Introducing Sunday as an additional weekend day would mitigate the tensions and divisions within Israeli society concerning Shabbat."

30/09/2023

Even with differing opinions, we should still respect others - opinion

It appears that in Tel Aviv, there is hardly a trace left of the deeply-rooted Jewish tradition within the public sphere.

By OMER DOSTRI
28/09/2023

Awakening the secular soul: Reconnecting with Jewish heritage

As Yom Kippur concluded in Tel Aviv, it's imperative to contemplate the emotions that engulfed the demonstration—emotions that ranged from frustration to anger and even hatred.

27/09/2023

Israel opens first-ever mixed-observance seminary for Jewish girls

The year-long, post-high school program aims to bring together girls from diverse backgrounds for a meaningful learning experience. 

Who is lonely? The Jew struggling with doubt - opinion

The writer discusses two Jewish atheists: An Israeli who refused to enter a synagogue and a US veteran who liberated Dachau.

24/08/2023
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