The author recounts the story of her father, Shlomo Leib, who as a child in Motole, Lithuania, was told that when the Messiah comes, there will be a bridge made of paper for all Jews to go to Eretz Yisrael.

The author reflects on their relationship with Zionism and Israel as an American Jew.

The text discusses the significance of the State of Israel as a gift to the Jewish people.

The misconception that every four cubits one walks in the Land of Israel is a mitzvah is incorrect.

This article discusses the observance of shemitah, the seventh year in the agricultural cycle when Jewish farmers are expected to let their land lie fallow.

Rabbi Joseph B. Soloveitchik's lecture, "The Selling of Joseph and the Guilt of Shomron," delves into the concept of alternative historical paths according to the Torah.

As we commemorate the fiftieth anniversary of S.Y. Agnon's death, his profound connection to his hometown of Buczacz is highlighted in his writings, particularly in his late masterpiece "A City in Its Fullness."

The article explores the significance of tears shed on Tishah Be-Av and the connection to gratitude by focusing on the birkat ha-mazon blessing and the Sin of the Spies.

"Rescued by the Tufts of Their Hair" by Rav Haim Sabato takes readers through the story of Tzion, a soldier, and his journey from a poor orphan in Hatikvah Quarter to studying in the Bnei Akiva yeshivah near Netanya under Rav Moshe Zvi Neria.

The discussion centers around the growing popularity of the Slonimer Rebbe's work, Netivot Shalom, in various Jewish communities and its representation of Hasidic teachings.

The text discusses the hypothetical scenario of what would have happened if Rabbi Aharon Lichtenstein had not moved to Israel and had stayed in the United States instead.

The text emphasizes the importance of appreciating and loving the Land of Israel, Eretz Yisrael, despite the challenges faced by religious communities there.

The article discusses the emotional impact of visiting the Yad Vashem Museum in Jerusalem, focusing on the personal stories and exhibits that aim to bring the Holocaust experience to life.

The text explores the complex reality of the State of Israel, highlighting the juxtaposition of dreams and disappointments in its history and current state.

In "Ben-Gurion: A Political Life" by Shimon Peres, the book explores the leadership and legacy of David Ben-Gurion, emphasizing his pivotal role in the founding of the State of Israel.