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Living through the traumatic events of October 7, 2023, Rabbi Natan Slifkin reflects on the emotional and societal impact on Jews, particularly in Israel. De...

Hanin Ghaddar discusses the impact of the ongoing conflict in Lebanon, focusing on the toll it is taking on civilians and the significant weakening of Hezbol...

Rabbi Slifkin's recent post highlights a stark disparity between Israel's religious communities over Rosh Hashanah in the context of military service. He obs...

The early period of Al-Andalus, often referred to as the 'Golden Age of Spanish Jewry,' was a significant time in the history of Sephardic Jews. During this ...

The article explores the profound impact of the events following October 7 on the Jewish world, revealing altered identities, political affiliations, and fee...

Grieving the loss of her son Chaim Katsman, a peace activist tragically killed by Hamas on October 7, Hannah Wacholder Katsman shares her personal experience...

The article discusses the significant impact of the events following the October 7 pogrom on the British Jewish community, highlighting increased antisemitis...

The video explores the profound impact of the October 7, 2023, events on Israeli society, as the nation faced a severe attack originating from Gaza. One year...

Natan Slifkin explores the disparity in responses to war between Israel's charedi and dati-leumi communities, particularly during the High Holidays. Slifkin ...

Following the devastating attack on Kibbutz Nir Oz by Hamas on October 7, the community is deeply divided on how to proceed. Chen Itzik, a survivor and lifel...

Dalya Lessem Elnecave explores the intricate dynamics of being an anti-Zionist observant Jew involved with Hillel at Brandeis University. Despite expectation...

The article by Rob Eshman discusses the impact of the Oct. 7 crises in Israel on the American Jewish community, emphasizing the need for a strategic shift fr...

In his discussion with Jacob Magid, journalist Joshua Leifer examines the perceived decline of American Judaism and offers a potential path for revitalizatio...

The oral history captures the poignant experiences of five American Jews on October 7, 2023, a day marked by a horrifying Hamas terrorist attack in Israel th...

Rabbi Elliot Cosgrove reflects on the limitations of traditional Jewish mourning rituals in the wake of ongoing tragedies, particularly those stemming from t...

In the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, Justin Goldstein shares personal reflections on witnessing devastation in Asheville, N.C., and its impact on the local ...

In a meaningful initiative led by the Federation of Jewish Communities of Ukraine (FJCU) and Rabbi Yaakov Sinyakov, Jewish soldiers on the Ukrainian frontlin...

In response to the devastating Hamas attacks on Israeli communities on October 7, Tamir Barelko, a seasoned food industry expert, launched Cafe Otef, a serie...

William Zev Steen, a former teacher at Bnos Yisroel of Baltimore, an all-girls Jewish high school, has been sentenced to 23 years in federal prison for sexua...

The article explores how the events of October 7, 2023, have profoundly affected Israeli expatriates living in the United States, prompting many to reassess ...

As Israel enters a new Jewish year, thousands of evacuees face an uncertain future due to ongoing missile threats from Lebanon, primarily impacting residents...

Nearly a year after Hamas’s attack on Israel, Jews in New York are organizing events to commemorate the tragic day of October 7, deemed the deadliest day for...

Reflecting on the impact of Hamas' attack on Israel on October 7, a survey by the Jewish Telegraphic Agency captures the emotional toll experienced by their ...

In this poignant testimonial, the speaker recounts their traumatic experience during a terrorist attack, vividly capturing the chaos and fear of the moment. ...

The article discusses the recent military developments in the Middle East, highlighting Israel's significant success in dismantling Hezbollah's leadership, i...

In the aftermath of the October 7 massacre, survivors are finding solace and healing through tattoos. Craig Dershowitz, CEO of Artists 4 Israel and Healing I...

As the first anniversary of the Oct. 7 terrorist attacks approaches, over 100 North American communities are preparing to commemorate the day, often involvin...

Iris Haim's story is one of resilience and forgiveness in the face of personal tragedy. Her son Yotam was mistakenly killed by Israeli forces while trying to...

Roseanne Benjamin shares her journey of becoming a cantor, reflecting on her first High Holiday assignment at a small synagogue in Connecticut. As a fourth-y...

Yetzirah: A Hearth for Jewish Poetry recently hosted its second Jewish Poetry Conference in Asheville, North Carolina, amid a complex backdrop of distress wi...

Lev Kreitman, CEO of Israel's Midburn festival and a reserve soldier, is heralded for heroically confronting gunmen during a shooting in Tel Aviv on October ...

In a heartfelt gathering in Jerusalem, 180 survivors of the Nova music festival massacre, orchestrated by Kesher Yehudi, came together for a Shabbaton aimed ...

Jaime Tran, a former dental student with a history of making violent antisemitic threats, was sentenced to 35 years in prison for shooting two Jewish men in ...

Since the violent escalation in northern Israel on October 7, restaurateurs near the Lebanese border are striving to keep their businesses alive amid daily t...

Two personal narratives convey a transformative journey towards Jewish identity following the events of October 7th. David Mansoor reflects on his deepened c...

Edut 710 is an organization in Israel formed shortly after the October 7 attacks with the mission of collecting and preserving testimonies of the atrocities....

Jewish communities across the U.S. are observantly marking the one-year anniversary of the Oct. 7 Hamas attack on Israel, amidst an ongoing war in Gaza. Orga...

In light of rising tensions between Israel and Hezbollah, Jewish security organizations are on high alert during the High Holidays. The assassination of Hezb...

Sofie Berzon MacKie, a visual artist from Kibbutz Beeri in Israel, channels her trauma and resilience into a new art series called "Lighthouse," inspired by ...

In the wake of the October 7 terrorist attack at Kibbutz Kissufim, Yasmin Margolis, whose husband was killed in the attack, reflects on the pervasive antisem...

James Zogby, a prominent Lebanese-American and founder of the Arab-American Institute, will discuss regional conflicts, focusing on Hezbollah and Lebanese po...

Jewish leaders discuss the growing issue of antisemitism on college campuses, highlighting a disturbing incident at the University of Washington where Jewish...

Jewish unity has historically been a source of strength, as highlighted by the communal coming together in response to the October 7 attacks by Hamas. In tho...

Sruli Fruchter examines the state of Jewish identity in the American Orthodox community, questioning why there hasn't been a unified outreach effort akin to ...

In the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, Jewish communities in regions like Greenville, SC, and Asheville, NC face significant challenges. As the High Holidays ...

One year after the traumatic events of October 7th, 2023, where Hamas attacks devastated Sderot, Israel, the city is undertaking significant reconstruction p...

A Jewish student at the University of Pittsburgh was assaulted in an antisemitic attack by a group of men after they saw his Star of David necklace. This inc...

A California man, Jaime Tran, was sentenced to 35 years in federal prison for two drive-by shootings targeting Jewish victims in Los Angeles' Pico-Robertson ...

Emmi Polansky shares her journey of finding agency and resilience as a single mother after an unexpected divorce, emphasizing her personal growth through fit...

Zara Hai, a Pakistani-American Muslim high school student, reflects on her experiences following the events of October 7, where both Israelis and Palestinian...