State of Israel

The four acquisitions: how Jewish history, identity, and resilience are shaped

In the wake of October 7, the ancient teaching of the four kinyan has never felt more relevant, reminding us of the strength and unity within the Jewish people.

By LARRY SIEGEL
09/05/2025

Herzl's dynasty is gone, but his heirs are the Israeli people

Theodor Herzl died at 44. His heart could not withstand intense journalistic work together with the demands of promoting his vision - though the Zionist movement offered to pay him a salary.

By TOVA HERZL
08/05/2025

Establishing a home in the State of Israel

Pastoral project in Jerusalem is attracting foreigners and Israelis alike looking to have a place to call home in the State of Israel.

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By ISAAC KAPLAN
21/04/2025

'Embracing Exile': Defending Jewish Diaspora as source of identity, prosperity, pride

In his book Embracing Exile: The Case for Jewish Diaspora, David Kraemer seeks to provide a “fuller picture” of issues related to Jewish identity, place, and home.

By GLENN C. ALTSCHULER
06/04/2025

Israeli archaeology professor faces calls to be dropped from nat'l conf. over West Bank dig stance

After publicly boycotting an archaeological conference in Judea and Samaria, a TAU professor finds himself at the center of an argument on his role as a lecturer at a national archaeology conference.

An Israeli flag flutters outside the embassy of Israel in Dublin, Ireland, December 16, 2024

Youth are the key to rebuilding Israeli society

Over the past year, the power of our youth has been revealed – how resilient, capable, and determined they are in the face of any difficulty.

By SHLOMI CASTRO
29/12/2024
 Druze have been serving in the IDF since the state was born.

New education initiative will teach students Druze history in Israel

The course designed for grades 7-9, aims to help younger generations gain an understanding of Druze history, traditions, and partnership with Israel.

Light sentences expected for 4 Jews convicted of endangering Palestinians in Ahuvia Sandak

Had the defendants been only convicted of less dangerous rock throwing, lighter sentences might have been less surprising.

 A torn Israeli flag is seen near the northern border with Lebanon, July 21, 2024

People are quickly forgetting history and labeling Israel as the oppressor

Apparently, the realization of self-determination and the desire to rise above the ashes of their horrific past is seen as too much of a threat to a world that prefers the outcast.

By COOKIE SCHWAEBER-ISSAN
07/11/2024
  A man is seen constructing a sukkah for the Sukkot holiday.

Israel's path to unity in the Sukkah

We must remember the spirit of Sukkot in the midst of burgeoning tensions in and outside of Israel.

18/10/2024
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