Conversion
Argentina's Sephardi chief rabbi reaffirms 100-year-old ruling on conversions, sparks controversy
A controversial ruling in Argentina reaffirms a 100-year-old conversion ban, fueling tensions between Orthodox and non-Orthodox movements.
Maduro has claimed Jewish ancestry, here is what is known - explainer
Recognized by the rabbinate, Orthodox converts trapped in legal limbo over Israeli citizenship
When is it enough?
The Lost Tribes of Israel: Who are their descendants today?
There is a group of people looking to uncover the truth behind the lost tribes in order to determine where they went and to integrate them back into the Jewish people.
Go away: Arye Deri should quit Israeli politics forever and stay home - opinion
I conjecture that Deri would sell every Judea and Samaria settler to the Saudis, twice over, if that were to earn Shas-affiliated schools a 2% budget increase.
Mainstream religious Zionist rabbi appointed head of Conversion Authority
A new head of the Conversion Authority has been appointed by the Prime Minister's Office.
Myrna Bennett, the (Jewish) mother of Israel's ex-prime minister - opinion
Mother Myrna, who traditionally has shied away from publicity, has suddenly found herself wooed by major news outlets wanting her take.
Netanyahu had no reason to give in to Maoz's demands - editorial
Netanyahu did not have to compromise his own beliefs and cave in to each of Maoz’s demands – in fact, he could have formed a stable coalition without him.
An Evangelical’s journey to Judaism, Israel – and love of soccer
Frankie McLean, who for decades has been known as Sarit Edri, recently shared her incredible and impressive journey to Judaism and Israel. Now she's returned to soccer.
Ben-Gvir calls to end recognition of Reform conversions for aliyah
Ben-Gvir wishes to establish a situation in which only those who have been converted by Orthodox rabbis will be entitled to immigrate to Israel according to the Law of Return.
Parashat Lech Lecha: Was Abraham an influencer?
Influencing others becomes so addictive that our personal behavior is, itself, influenced by our overwhelming desire to influence others. Are influencers the ultimate influencees?
The Zionist essence: Not political, not religious, just a path home
Zionism is a path toward home. Zionism has no political adherence. It is neither a calling for expansion nor a religious movement.
Who is a Jew? 70% of Jewish Israelis say patrilineal descent doesn't count
The poll is the IDI's biennial statistical report and serves as an in-depth look at the balance between religion and state that is so central to Israel and Israeli society.