Torah
Israel is winning the World Cup of public diplomacy by aiding earthquake-hit Venezuela - opinion
How Israel’s delegation in Venezuela shined a positive light at a tough time for Israel’s image.
Haredi leaders, Yahya Sinwar: Different ideologies, the same refusal to face reality - opinion
Israel's government knew the risks of haredi draft evasion – and ignored them - opinion
Parashat Devarim: Always relevant
What South Park and Dante get wrong about the Hebrew Bible’s Hell - study
A new academic essay argues that the fiery underworld familiar from Dante, TV, and pop culture replaced the Hebrew Bible’s older, quieter idea of Sheol.
Love isn’t enough: Faith in humanity through the lens of the Torah
In a fractured world, Torah reminds us through Akiva, Hillel and Ben Azzai that every person carries dignity, meaning and divine image.
Israel must break free from the dangerous status quo - opinion
What once felt like stability in Israel is now revealed as dangerous inertia with real costs across security, society, and faith.
Parashat Acharei Mot-Kedoshim: The promise of permanence
The covenant endures. The people have returned. And, as the Malbim teaches, we shall never again be cast out.
Parashat Acharei Mot-Kedoshim: Love your neighbor as yourself
The days between Pesach and Shavuot invite reflection, as Rabbi Akiva teaches that loving others is central to receiving the Torah.
Hodaya Cohen wins Israel's 78th Independence Day Bible World Quiz for Youth
The event was held at the Jerusalem Theater and recorded in advance due to the security situation, and gathered 16 outstanding young men and women from seven countries.
The Torah our children wrote - opinion
On the stickers lining our lampposts, our fallen soldiers left something ancient. A new Mishnah, written not in ink but in lives.
Beyond the Headlines: Odelia’s thank you list - opinion
A weekly glimpse into the Israel you won’t read about in the news.
This month in Jewish history: History, memory, destiny
A highly abridged monthly version of Dust & Stars.
Shabbat Rosh Hodesh: At the threshold of renewal
Shabbat Rosh Hodesh is an invitation to renew not only the month but also ourselves.
