Rosh Hashanah

Lessons from Rabbi Adler: Be your father’s son - opinion

Even observant Jews are unfamiliar with the intricacies of Jewish laws and customs surrounding death and mourning.

THE WRITER on his wedding day, with his father.
Laura Loomer arrives ahead of Donald Trump's debate with Democratic presidential nominee and Kamala Harris, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, US, September 10, 2024.

Laura Loomer slams Jewish politicians for observing Rosh Hashanah during UNGA

GIL HOFFMAN with his son Ami.

Grapevine September 28, 2025: A more patriotic viewpoint

VOLUNTEERS PACK boxes of hagim treats for soldiers.

Soldiers on the battlefield find ways to celebrate the holidays


Why the shofar matters now: A call for unity, strength, and hope - opinion

The shofar’s blast is more than a call; it’s a symbol of Israel’s resilience, unity, and hope, echoing through times of grief and awakening hearts for the future.

A SHOFAR is blown in a synagogue. Each morning, the cry of the shofar echoes – raw, ancient, and unmelodic, preparing us for the drama of the High Holy Days, the writer notes.

Pope Leo invokes spirit of Nostra Aetate in hope of renewed Jewish-Catholic ties - editorial

Every year, Jews have an opportunity to "wipe the slate clean" - it seems that the new Pope is also taking the same approach.

 Newly elected Pope Leo XIV, Cardinal Robert Prevost of the United States appears on the balcony of St. Peter's Basilica, at the Vatican, May 8, 2025.

Rosh Hashanah in the North: 'A game of chance'

Domestic affairs: Rosh Hashanah in northern Israel’s theater of war.

 HEZBOLLAH ROCKETS are intercepted over Biriya Forest near the Northern Command’s headquarters.

Hate is anti-Jewish: Remaining human in the face of war – opinion

Judaism must continue to be a symbol of peace and acceptance of others.

Jewish and Arab Israelis are seen holding a pro-coexistence rally in Tel Aviv, on May 13, 2021.

Grapevine: Synagogue scene

Movers and shakers in Israeli society.

Jerusalem Great Synagogue

Thousands of Israelis unable to return home from Uman

About 10,000 more people who were supposed to stay for Rosh Hashanah failed to make it. Many of them found themselves celebrating at various airports in Europe, while others remained in Israel.

Jewish men pray at the tomb of Rabbi Nachman of Breslov in Uman, ahead of the Jewish holiday of Rosh Hashanah, October 1, 2024

Suspect arrested in U of Michigan rabbi’s home robbery, with no evidence of antisemitic intent

An 18-year-old man was arrested for armed robbery of a rabbi’s home on Rosh Hashanah, deemed unrelated to antisemitism.

 Pro-Palestinian protestors hold up signs and banners along the parade route of the annual Labor Day Parade in Detroit, Michigan, US, September 2, 2024.

Who decides: Who will live, who will die? - opinion

Today’s assault on Judaism through anti-Zionism and Israel-bashing is expanding at a much faster pace than last century’s assault on Judaism through antisemitism.

 DEMONSTRATORS STAND near the Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe, as they attend a demonstration under the heading of ‘Together against left-wing, right-wing, and Islamist antisemitism – solidarity with Israel,’ in Berlin, in March.

El Al: Flights full, strengthening schedule

El Al: Flight schedule remains intact despite events, all flights full to capacity. Working to enhance Athens to Larnaca routes.

 El Al aircraft

A new and delicious beginning

The guide to the great food of Rosh Hashanah

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