Jewish holidays
Amid Israeli-Iran conflict, Purim celebrations shift to shelters and protected spaces - opinion
This year, Purim in Israel is celebrated inside shelters, with sirens interrupting festivities as Iranian missiles target cities. Despite the danger, the resilience of Israelis shines through.
Purim 2026: The hidden miracle of Jewish survival across generations - opinion
Purim 2026: It’s not over until it’s good - opinion
KKL-JNF unveils archival photos recalling the enduring joy of Purim celebrations
IDF on highest-level readiness for Sukkot holiday
“We are at constant readiness, prepared across all arenas for defense and offense," said IDF Chief of General Staff.
When you invite your ancestors into your sukkah, consider bringing their Jewish languages in, too
Jews use heritage words after their families stopped speaking their immigrant languages, expressions of love said to children by older generations that preserve ancestral languages and memories.
The ‘etrog’ wars: How the Ottoman Empire turned a sacred fruit into a global commodity
From the groves of Corfu and Cephalonia to the orchards of Tiberias and Jaffa, the saga of the etrog under Ottoman rule reveals how a fruit became entangled in struggles of faith and trade.
Sukkot and the mission of ‘shlichut’ - opinion
Emissaries build community by opening doors, inviting people in, and making space for every Jew to feel connected, whether they are deeply observant or taking their first steps toward Jewish identity
A holiday to remember: Celebrating Sukkot in 1946
I was a seven-year-old army brat, a Norfolk Tars baseball fan, and my father, Lt.-Col. Louis Geffen, had finally completed his six-year tour of duty as a judge advocate in World War II.
Sukkot 2025: Your guide to Judaism's week-long fall holiday - explainer
A rundown on the Sukkot's history and meaning, differing customs, and rules for when Yom Tov begins and ends.
Sukkot candle lighting times for Israel and US
See Sukkot times for your area.
Scents of a new beginning | Consumerism
New perfumes for men and women for the holiday season — from luxury niche to accessible and everyday — in a guide to the best fragrances for the new year.
What festive fun is being held across Israel for Sukkot?
Cultural events abound up and down the country, taking in ad hoc events, annual festivals, and institutions laying on special programs for the week.
Sukkot 2025: Fun family activities in Jerusalem for the holiday
Here are some exciting Sukkot events that promise an unforgettable Jerusalem holiday experience this year.
