Tag: Hope

During Passover Seders, a place setting was symbolically arranged for one of the 133 hostages in Gaza, highlighting the anguish and uncertainty faced during their captivity.
In this 18Forty Podcast episode, Rachel Goldberg-Polin shares her experience as the mother of a son, Hersh, who was kidnapped by Hamas and remains a hostage in Gaza.
Andrés Spokoiny spoke at the JFN 2024 addressing the profound loss and grief following recent tragedies, emphasizing the inadequacy of the phrase "rest in peace" for the vibrant lives lost.
In facing crises, one often seeks hope and resilience, traits that should be nurtured during calmer times to build a foundation of faith.
In the article "The Psychology of Hope Amid Crisis," the author explores the role of hope in helping individuals cope with distress and tragedies, particularly relevant to the current challenges faced by the Jewish community.
In a time of crisis and uncertainty, Rabbi Dov Foxbrunner reflects on the struggles and anxieties faced by many amid conflict, conveying a message of hope and purpose drawn from Jewish teachings.
A Jewish individual undergoing fertility treatment reflects on the emotional journey of having embryos that didn't develop into children due to scientific reasons.
The text, addressed to abuse survivors, conveys a message of hope and healing.
In this essay, the author reflects on the importance of hope in the Jewish tradition and the current state of the Jewish world.
"The Light of Your Return" is a poem reflecting on the absence of resurrection despite the expectation of its arrival.
This text discusses the significance of food in the lives of Holocaust survivors.
In this personal reflection, a rabbi discusses how their students give them hope for the future.
The author reflects on the challenging times in the Middle East but emphasizes the importance of creating joy for both Arab and Jewish citizens.
In this discussion, the participants explore the impact of the recent wave of violence in Israel on the relationship between Jewish and Arab citizens.
The author, a Jewish Russian immigrant, reflects on his family's ski vacation in the Dolomites in 2017.
This article discusses the concept of hope in California, particularly in relation to the upcoming 2020 election.
The poem "Erev Rosh Hashana" by Hillel Broder explores themes of fear and hope as the world approaches its end.
Veteran journalist Donald Macintyre's book "Gaza: Preparing for Dawn" sheds light on Gaza beyond its humanitarian crisis, showcasing its resilient residents who maintain their pride despite adversity.
The text conveys a poignant and personal story about the author's father facing terminal cancer and the decision-making process for treatment options.