Sephardim

ANU to screen documentary on plight of crypto-Jews

Israel must rise to challenge of welcoming millions of potential Jews and Israel supporters.

The Chief Rabbinate office is rife with nepotism, affecting Israeli society

Accusations of nepotism within Israel's rabbinate intensify amid upcoming elections. This practice, seen in key appointments, raises concerns about fairness and transparency.

30/05/2024

Position for Chief Ashkenazi Rabbi reopens as Rabbinical Committee withdraws candidate

The Rabbinical Committee withdraws Rabbi Meir Kahane as the Religious Zionist candidate for Chief Ashkenazi Rabbi, reopening the race for the position.

By YAKI ADAMKER/WALLA!
28/05/2024

Iraqi-Israeli writer, civil rights activist Sami Michael dies at 97

He was celebrated not only for his literary works, but also for his social activism and work on behalf of human rights and coexistence in Israel. 

'Post' revisits Kate Middleton's 'Jewish' ancestry conspiracy after UK Chief Rabbi's prayer

Following Kensington Palace revealing Middleton's diagnosis, UK Chief Rabbi weighs in, sparking questions about the royal's mysterious Jewish connection.

Jewish schools must embrace Sephardi and Mizrahi culture

What do students learn about Sephardi and Mizrahi artists? What melodies are used in prayer? How are holiday programs structured?

By TY ALHADEFF
17/03/2024

Woman claims her wedding was invalid for being in a synagogue

Due to the war, the couple had to tied the knot in a neighborhood synagogue, but now the wife claims the ceremony is invalid based on Ashkenazi customs.

'Sefarad': A film presenting the story of the Portuguese Dreyfus

The film shows how the community was shaken by the news that there were descendants of Jews in Portuguese villages who still practiced Jewish rituals mixed with Catholicism, known as Marranos.

Remembering Rabbi Abraham Levy: UK's inspirational Sephardi leader

Rabbi Abraham Levy showed Jews ways to unite when our challenge is not a genocidal adversary but our own internal discord.

By GIDEON SYLVESTER
16/12/2023

Rosh Hashanah: Food traditions of the Jewish High Holy Days

As you plan your Rosh Hashanah meals, consider the traditions of your family, and new ones as well.

By SYBIL KAPLAN
16/09/2023
Subscribe for our daily newsletter
Subscribe for our daily newsletter

By subscribing I accept the terms of use and privacy policy