The article from Tablet Magazine delves into the theme of children in Jewish tradition, drawing parallels between the barren woman seeking fertility and the people of Israel awaiting redemption.

Shemini Atzeret, following Sukkot, marks the beginning of praying for rain, while Simchat Torah celebrates the conclusion and restarting of the Torah reading cycle with joyous festivities.

Sukkot holds a unique place among Jewish holidays, embodying a double identity that reflects both repentance and growth.

During the thirtieth anniversary of the Gulf War, Toby Klein Greenwald reflects on the experiences of her family during the war, including the fears, uncertainties, and miracles that occurred during those tumultuous days in Israel.