Jerusalem, Central District, Israel

Why I came to Israel to work for shared society

eJewishPhilanthropy · 22 Apr

Sami Jinich shares his journey from growing up in a pluralistic Jewish home in America to becoming an active participant in building a shared society in Israel.

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Missiles Over Levinsky

Hillel Kuttler in Tablet · 10 Mar

The article explores the everyday experiences of Iranian Israelis living in Tel Aviv during the tumultuous period of missile exchanges between Iran and Israel.

0 Israel Communities

The Grit Economy: How Israelis Rebuild With Faith and Strength

Howard Blas in Jewish Action · 9 Mar

Israeli families faced significant economic and emotional challenges during the recent conflict, with many, like Miriam and Natan, balancing family obligations with military service in the reserves (miluim).

0 Politics Israel

US-Israel attack on Iran aims to topple regime

Andy Carvin in Forward · 28 Feb

In a dramatic escalation of Middle Eastern tensions, the United States and Israel have launched a significant military strike against Iran, aiming to dismantle the regime of Supreme Leader Ali Khameini.

0 Jewish Law Torah

The Riddler

Sarah Rindner in Jewish Review of Books · 29 Dec 2025

"The Riddler," directed by Michael Grynszpan, is a documentary exploring the enigmatic life of Monsieur Shoshani, a post-Holocaust Jewish scholar renowned for his mastery of Jewish tradition, philosophy, and numerous languages.

0 Literature Culture

Why I Keep Reading Amos Oz

Rivka Bennun Kay in 18forty · 9 Nov 2025

Rivka Bennun Kay reflects on her enduring engagement with Israeli author Amos Oz's works, detailing her personal journey and evolving understanding through his novels.

0 Politics Antisemitism

Mamdani said NYPD boots were ‘laced by the IDF.’ What is the relationship between U.S. police and Israel?

Louis Keene in Forward · 4 Nov 2025

The discussion surrounding New York mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani's remarks on the NYPD and IDF highlights ongoing debates about the relationship between U.S. police forces and Israel.

0 Politics Israel

Netanyahu and far-right ministers do damage control on West Bank vote and Saudi Arabia comments that angered Trump

Grace Gilson in JTA · 24 Oct 2025

Amid backlash from both the Trump administration and the potential Saudi normalization talks, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu navigates domestic and international tensions over a provocative Knesset vote on annexing the West Bank.

0 Communities Politics

Supporting work toward a shared society is vital for Israel

eJewishPhilanthropy · 10 Oct 2025

In the wake of the October 7, 2023, attacks in Israel, Tamara Serwer Caldas advocates for the importance of building a shared society among Jewish and Arab Israelis, an effort embodied by organizations like Givat Haviva.

0 Culture Jewish Law

Shabbat in a Changed Israel: How Israelis Have Embraced Shabbat Since October 7

Carol Ungar in Jewish Action · 15 Sep 2025

In a poignant reflection on a difficult period in Israel's history, Carol Ungar explores the renewed embrace of Shabbat observance among many Israelis following the tragic events of October 7.

0 Politics Ethics

A Question of Moral Clarity

Emes Ve-Emunah · 21 Aug 2025

Rabbi Yosef Blau's recent initiative, calling for moral clarity amid the Gaza humanitarian crisis, underlines his enduring stance on justice, even amid controversy.

0 Politics Culture

The “More War, More Bloodshed” Edition

Promised Podcast · 14 Aug 2025

Miriam Herschlag and Noah Efron explore Prime Minister Netanyahu's rationale behind prolonging the conflict in Gaza and the national strike organized by hostage families to end the war and bring hostages home.

0 Holidays Culture

Wine Not? The missing holiday whose time has come

Aton Holzer in Lehrhaus · 7 Aug 2025

Aton Holzer explores the minor Jewish festival of the fifteenth of Av, or Tu Be-Av, traditionally overshadowed but with rich historical and theological significance.

0 Torah History

The Challenge of Waiting for Moshiach and the Second Half of Yeshaya

Jewish History Uncensored · 10 Jul 2025

Rabbi Arnie Wittenstein explores the challenges modern Jews face in awaiting Moshiach compared to past generations, and delves into the second half of the book of Isaiah (Yeshaya) which discusses themes of exile, redemption, and the necessity of teshuvah.

0 Philosophy Torah

7/5/25 – Shiur 519 – Hashgacha Pratis: is Hashem watching over you every minute..

Halacha Headlines · 3 Jul 2025

A deep dive into the theological perspectives of Hashgacha Pratis contrasts prominent Jewish philosophical approaches, from the Rambam's limited divine providence to the later universalist interpretations of the Baal Shem Tov and the Vilna Gaon.

0 Politics Israel

Confidence Campaign

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha · 17 Jun 2025

Cindy Scarr describes a significant turn in Israel's approach to Iran, as the country orchestrated a massive surprise military strike against Iranian nuclear assets.

0 Jewish Law History

The Ancient Jewish Roots of Israel’s Military Doctrine

Joshua Hoffman in Future of Jewish · 16 Jun 2025

Israel's contemporary military doctrine, deeply rooted in Jewish teachings and historical necessity, centers around preemptive self-defense.

0 Jewish Law Literature

Aggadah as Midrash Halakhah: Methodologies and Hiddush in the Tanur shel Akhnai Narrative

Dvir Cahana and Shalhevet Cahana in Lehrhaus · 9 Jun 2025

The article by Dvir and Shalhevet Cahana explores the interplay between Aggadah and Halakhah in Talmudic literature, particularly through the narrative of Tanur shel Akhnai.

0 Art Culture

Remembering ‘Dry Bones’ cartoonist Yaakov Kirschen, who sketched Israeli feats and foibles for 50 years

Andrew Silow-Carroll in JTA · 8 May 2025

Yaakov Kirschen, the creator of the long-running cartoon strip Dry Bones, left a lasting impact on the portrayal of Israeli and Jewish life through his art.

0 Politics Culture

The “Rager in Raanana” Edition

Promised Podcast · 8 May 2025

The episode delves into the complexities of the Israeli government's new IDF operation in Gaza and the repercussions of a violent protest against a joint Israeli-Palestinian Memorial Day event in Ra'anana.

0 Antisemitism Politics

Arson terrorism against Israel reveals the Palestinian goal once again.

Joshua Hoffman in Future of Jewish · 1 May 2025

As devastating wildfires swept across Israel, coinciding with Israeli Independence Day, the Palestinian extremist online community celebrated the chaos, showcasing their destructive aims against the Jewish state.

0 Jewish Law Politics

How To Do Activism Right, with Jay Ruderman, Tuly Weisz, and Pesach Wolicki

Unorthodox · 1 May 2025

Activists Jay Ruderman, Tuly Weisz, and Pesach Wolicki discuss effective activism, emphasizing the importance of a strategic, non-intimidating approach.

0 Culture Communities

The “Celebrating the Water!” Edition

Promised Podcast · 30 Apr 2025

To mark Israel's 77th Independence Day, the podcast explores what it means to be Israeli by sharing personal experiences and reflections from various people, alongside renditions of classic Israeli songs by younger generations.

0 Politics Israel

Trump vowed to unleash hell in Gaza. His Mideast envoy insists the ceasefire will move forward

Jacob Kornbluh in Forward · 16 Feb 2025

Steve Witkoff, Trump's Middle East envoy, announced that Israel, along with mediators, is moving forward with the second phase of the Gaza ceasefire, which might see the Israeli Defense Forces withdrawing and further hostage releases.

0 Politics History

The “Sins: Past, Present & Future” Edition

Promised Podcast · 13 Feb 2025

The episode opens with discussions on how images of hostages might affect the Israeli-Palestinian ceasefire and Benny Morris's analysis warning of a potential genocide due to mutual dehumanization in the region.

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