Jewish identity

One in four Israeli Jews celebrate or consider celebrating Christmas - poll

The poll reflects the wider cultural presence of Christmas in Israeli public spaces, including markets, decorations, and seasonal events.

People attend a Christmas tree lighting ceremony at the New Gate in Jerusalem’s Old City, on December 14, 2025.
Heroes from the Israel-Hamas War light candles on the sixth night of Hanukkah with Knesset Speaker Amir Ohana in December 2024

Hanukkah 2025: From Hellenism to today’s culture wars

Noa Tishby hosts Ashton Kutcher and Mila Kunis for Hanukkah candle lighting

Noa Tishby hosts Ashton Kutcher, Mila Kunis for Hanukkah candle lighting

THE TATTOO RABBI practicing martial arts.

The ‘Tattoo Rabbi’ is in the house


Finding inner strength on campus: How Jewish educators can help students - opinion

Jewish educators can model and cultivate a different kind of campus presence to help Jewish students thrive, not just survive.

Israeli flags are planted in the shape of the Star of David, on the campus of Columbia University, in New York, US, April 30, 2024.

Jews are not a color; we are a global people - opinion

Judaism is a family rooted in faith, strengthened by diversity, and united in a covenant that binds us across cultures, languages, and generations.

ETHIOPIAN JEWS take part in a prayer of the Sigd holiday in Jerusalem last November. The God of Israel sees the heart, not the color of one’s skin, the writer affirms.

Too holy to care? Examining the ethical divide in the Jewish experience - opinion

This is a morally just war – a war of survival against enemies who openly seek our annihilation.

HAVE WE fallen into a chasm with our Jewish brethren who criticize Israel’s war?

Goldberg’s final bell rings in US, not Tel Aviv

Jewish WWE Hall of Famer hoped to retire in Israel, but security concerns forced a change of plans.

 JEWISH WRESTLING icon Bill Goldberg (left) takes part in his final WWE match this month against Gunther. The fight was originally slated to take place in Tel Aviv.

Ohio preacher to voice for Israel: Ricky Flowers Jr.'s unforeseen path to Jewish identity

Ricky Flowers Jr. is a powerful reminder of the strength that comes from knowing who you are and standing firm in your beliefs.

 ON HIS first-ever trip to Israel, Ricky Flowers Jr. was able to find common ground with Jews of all backgrounds, including those who looked like him.

Education alone won’t stop antisemitism - opinion

Psychology must be part of the solution to stop antisemitism, alongside education, because antisemitism spreads through the psychological impact of misinformation.

 THIS IS not only about what we teach but also how we teach it, says the writer.

A Jewish marriage contract that served two couples -opinion

Beyond the Headlines | A weekly glimpse into the Israel you won’t read about in the news.

 People who came to the Hershkovitz's for Zikaron BaSalon. (Inset) Yossi Hershkovitz

Is authenticity at risk in Canada? The struggle of Jewish identity in Montreal - opinion

Before, my identity comfortably combined being Jewish, queer, alternative, and a Montrealer; Now, those identities feel like they’re at odds.

 Protest encampment in support of Palestinians at McGill University in Montreal

Beyond ‘Never Again’: Returning to identity in Jewish, Israeli, and Zionist education - opinion

Amid ongoing trauma, Jews and Israelis relive an unfathomable tragedy, but our identity must be shaped by more than grief - honoring our true story beyond tragedy.

 AN ACTIVITY in solidarity with Israel takes place at the Bi-Cultural Hebrew Academy – Jewish Day School in Stamford, Connecticut.

'I wish you would stand up': David Schwimmer calls out celebrities silent on antisemitism

“No one’s asking you to solve the conflict of the Middle East. Just say that you stand with your Jewish friends, colleagues, and neighbours against hatred," Schwimmer said.

 David Schwimmer presents the inaugural "Heroes Against Hate" recognition to 30+ influential and courageous voices at ADL Never Is Now at the Javits Center in NYC on March 4, 2025.

Kariv to CoP: Israel cannot define itself as ‘Jewish’ if it does not bring all hostages home

Kariv described his position as 'the exact opposite' of what Diaspora Affairs Minister Amichai Chikli presented to the CoP on Sunday.

MK Gilad Kariv is seen at a Knesset discussion on May 7, 2024