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Israeli Opera ‘Theodor’ debuts in New York

The Israeli opera 'Theodor: The Unknown Story of Herzl' debuted in New York, showcasing Herzl’s Zionist vision through a powerful musical performance.

Israel must give up managing the conflict and choose winning it

Since the 1880s, Zionists have aimed to enrich Palestinians to foster peace. Yet, despite this approach, conflict and violence continue.

The unity of the Jewish people is the key to defeating our enemies

While Jewish divisions are often highlighted, true unity emerges during crises, revealing the enduring solidarity of the Jewish people both in Israel and the Diaspora.

ISRAEL’S FIRST prime minister, David Ben-Gurion

Would Israel’s founders approve of modern Zionism?

What would Israel’s early Zionist leaders think of today’s state? From political shifts to evolving peace efforts, we reflect on whether modern Israel meets their visions and dreams.

By ALIZA PILICHOWSKI
28/07/2024

A brief history of Zionism, 1860-1949

A brief rundown of major historical events in the history of Zionism.

'Theodor,' the Hebrew opera about Herzl, to hit cinemas on Israel Independence Day

The filmed adaptation of Theodor offers wonderful insights that might have been missed even by those who attended the live performance.

Blinken and Herzl: Tough choices in Vienna 130 years apart

2024, another Shabbat in Munich, another arrival; and again, the Jewish nation was asked to make a “tough choice.”

24/02/2024

Opera about Theodor Herzl filmed over weekend

The opera, which centers on two periods in the life of the founder of modern Israel, premiered last May to great acclaim.

Zionism's founder had a green, climate-friendly vision for Israel

With the UN Climate Conference (COP28) in Dubai approaching, the Jewish state should revisit the vision of modern Zionism’s founding father.

By YOSEF ISRAEL ABRAMOWITZ
02/12/2023

Can applying Jewish values save the Earth from a climate catastrophe?

Animal-based agriculture is the main cause of climate change, and using it violates at least six fundamental Jewish teachings.

By RICHARD H. SCHWARTZ
02/12/2023
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