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Rabbi Ammiel Hirsch examines the intrinsic connection between Judaism and the Land of Israel, emphasizing the spiritual and historical significance of Jerusa...

In the aftermath of a horrific terrorist attack in Australia targeting the Jewish community during Chanukah, the author reflects on the devastating impact on...

The article explores the Orthodox Jewish perspective on the rise of antisemitism in the U.S., particularly in the context of political tensions between left ...

As New York welcomes Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani, discussions arise about his anti-Zionist rhetoric and its potential impact on the Jewish community. While Ma...

The article discusses the perceived anti-Israel bias in mainstream media, particularly focusing on CBS's coverage of the Gaza conflict. It criticizes CBS for...

Rabbi Elliot Cosgrove is a Conservative rabbi known for his observant lifestyle, which aligns closely with Modern Orthodox practices, and his leadership in p...

There is concern about decreasing Christian support for Israel, particularly among younger Christians who are moving away from traditional evangelical doctri...

The article critiques Vice-President JD Vance's response to the rise of antisemitism within the Republican Party, particularly among its younger members who ...

Amid growing antisemitism, exacerbated by Middle Eastern conflicts and biased media narratives, educational trips to Holocaust sites are highlighted as a pot...

Two recent stories highlight the concept of Kiddush HaShem, sanctifying God's name, through the accomplishments of Orthodox Jews in secular spheres. Zevi Eck...

Economist Dan Ben-David highlights Israel's looming existential threat from within, focusing on the Charedi educational system's lack of secular curriculum. ...

Debates intensify over a proposed Israeli legislation that would grant permanent IDF draft exemptions to Charedi men engaged in Torah study. This exemption u...

The article discusses the growing influence of white Christian nationalists within the MAGA movement, highlighting their antisemitic views and their rejectio...

The article reflects on Chicago's shifting strategies in crime control from the era of Mayor Richard J. Daley to the current administration under Mayor Brand...

Rabbi Meir Soloveichik delves into the significance of the Judeo-Christian ethic in American history, particularly highlighting the Thanksgiving holiday as a...

Zohran Mamdani's election as New York City's mayor has sparked concern within its Jewish community, given his strong anti-Israel views and support for BDS, i...

A discussion on the increasing presence of LGBTQ+ individuals in the non-Orthodox rabbinate and its implications for the Jewish community. The author reflect...

This opinion piece critiques the misguided compassion shown to convicted child sex offender Nechemya Weberman by some members of the Orthodox Jewish communit...

The article explores the concept of "Judeo-Christian values" as a foundational element of American ethics, tracing its roots back to the nation's founding an...

Marking the fifth yahrzeit of Rabbi Jonathan Sacks, Paul Shaviv offers a profound tribute to a man regarded as a leading modern Jewish thinker. Celebrated fo...

Rabbi Yaakov Bender discusses a troubling trend of social drinking and alcohol abuse within the Orthodox Jewish community. Despite teetotalers like himself b...

In light of the ongoing debate over drafting Charedim into the IDF, this piece discusses the potential compromise bill currently under consideration in the K...

The article explores the disturbing rise of antisemitism within certain segments of American conservatism, focusing on the influence of figures like Nick Fue...

Religious extremism, particularly among a minority of settlers in Israel's West Bank, poses a greater existential threat to the state than external terrorist...

The article reflects on Rabbi Yisroel Motzen's attempt to defuse tension between Charedim and other Israelis by highlighting positive aspects of Charedi cult...

Rav Aharon Feldman explores the polarities within the Jewish community, intensified by recent conflicts in Israel. He highlights both the positive increase i...

Modern Orthodoxy, as defined in this article, emphasizes adherence to Halacha while engaging with the secular world. It is differentiated from Charedi Judais...

The future of Jewish life and Israel support in the U.S. is experiencing shifts, as partisan lines blur and antisemitic sentiments rise on both extremes of t...

The article discusses the pervasive influence of media bias, particularly how it affects public perception of conflicts such as the Israel-Gaza war, as repor...

This analysis explores the contentious debate surrounding former President Donald Trump's stance toward Israel. It examines perceptions that Trump has been e...

The recent Charedi prayer rally in Jerusalem, sparked by the arrest of a yeshiva student alleged to be devoted to full-time Torah study, reveals deep tension...

Leila Stillman-Utterback's recent deportation from Israel underscores the ongoing tensions between ideological pursuits and pragmatic diplomacy within the Is...

The article explores the complex dynamics of the Satmar Chasidim's support for anti-Israel mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani, which appears paradoxical given their ...

Zohran Mandami's election as New York's mayor, despite his anti-Israel stance, reflects not a surge of antisemitic support among New York Jews but a broad ap...

Amid the New York mayoral election, the article analyzes the uncommon support some Jewish voters show for Zohran Mamdani, a candidate with strong anti-Israel...

The article discusses the perceived antisemitism of Tucker Carlson, arguing that he is a more dangerous antisemite than Zohran Mamdani, the presumptive New Y...

Shoshana Friedman, executive editor of Mishpacha Magazine, provides insight into the shifting threat of antisemitism in America. Historically, antisemitic se...

The article discusses the complex relationship between the Charedi community and military service in Israel, highlighting the role of the Hashmonaim Brigade ...

A large-scale prayer rally in Jerusalem has gathered hundreds of thousands of Charedi Jews resisting the Israeli military draft. The Charedi leadership argue...

The article addresses a Charedi Posek's perspective on Jewish identity and integration within Israeli society, revealing a significant divide between Charedi...

In a critical analysis of New York's mayoral race, concerns are raised about the possibility of a staunchly anti-Israel candidate, Mamdani, becoming the city...

Rabbi Yitzhak Yosef, a prominent Sephardic rabbinic figure, recently faced criticism for labeling Rabbi Tamir Granot, a hesder yeshiva head and bereaved fath...

The author shares their decision to experiment with Substack in order to enhance reader engagement and the overall experience. Consequently, they announce a ...

The article discusses the complex dynamics within the Israeli Knesset regarding the annexation of the West Bank versus the potential establishment of a Pales...

The article reports on two significant developments affecting Jewish communities: The Knesset's controversial vote to annex Judea and Samaria (the West Bank)...

This reflective piece grapples with conflicting emotions around contemporary Israeli military actions against Hamas and the internal divide within Jewish com...

The current ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas is holding despite skepticism from critics of President Trump and Prime Minister Netanyahu. The ceas...

The article discusses the decline in Jewish identity among American Jews, particularly in the context of intermarriage and the varying approaches to Jewish i...

Reflecting on recent developments in the Middle East and his personal experiences, the author expresses concern about parties not disarming, fearing future c...

Rabbi Moshe Hauer, ZTL, passed away suddenly at the age of 64, leaving a significant void in Jewish leadership. As the Executive Vice President of the OU, he...