In this episode of the 18Forty Podcast, Bezalel Naor discusses Rav Kook's mystical vision of Zionism.

In a discussion about assessing the success of a country like Israel at 75 years, Daniel Gordis explores key components such as leadership, morality, and the complexities of governance.

The author asserts that the State of Israel is a miraculous phenomenon.

The author reflects on their grandfather's unconditional love for Israel, despite the hardships he faced after immigrating from Casablanca.

The article explores how postwar American Jews embraced suburbia and its associated values, including the importance of gardens and spaciousness.

In "Walking Upright" by Daniel Gordis, the author explores the successes and failures of Zionism and the State of Israel in relation to the aspirations of Israel's Declaration of Independence.

The author reflects on the concept of disappointment as a defining characteristic of Jewish identity.

In this op-ed, Orly Noy, an Iranian-born Mizrahi political activist and journalist, reflects on her experiences as an immigrant to Israel and discusses the sacrifices she has made to assimilate and become a "good Israeli."

In this episode of the 18Forty Podcast, Lahav Harkov, senior contributing editor and diplomatic correspondent of The Jerusalem Post, shares insights on how diaspora Jews can stay informed about current affairs in Israel.

In celebration of the 75th anniversary of the creation of the State of Israel, a book titled "Zionism: The Tablet Guide" is being released.

"When Canines Were in the Land" is a book edited by Susan Martha Kahn that tells the story of Rudolphina Menzel, a scientist and Zionist who played a significant role in reconciling Jews and dogs.

The letters in this issue touch on various topics related to Jewish concerns.

As Israel approaches its seventy-fifth birthday, the traditional celebrations and nostalgic commemorations will focus mainly on local actors and events.

The idea of Israel being a "light unto the nations" has been interpreted in different ways throughout history.

Zionism has both blessed and burdened the Jewish people by liberating them through the establishment of the state of Israel.

The author expresses their love for Israel, citing its miraculous creation and history.

Miriam Herschlag and Noah Efron discuss the blurred line between legitimate protest and uncivil disobedience in Israel, questioning actions like strikes, road blockades, doxing, boycotts, and intimidating demonstrations outside government offices.

In an opinion piece titled "When did Zionists become snowflakes?", Rob Eshman argues that Jewish organizations should allow pro-Israel students to defend themselves against anti-Israel activity on college campuses, rather than relying on legal claims of discrimination.

In this article written by Henry Greenspan, a professor emeritus at the University of Michigan, he critiques a recent column by Rob Eshman that explores the concept of "Zionist snowflakes" on college campuses.

Over 110,000 protestors gathered in Tel Aviv to oppose right-wing Israeli government reforms aimed at changing the judicial system to shift power from courts to the legislature.

The rise of "Snowflake Zionism" is a concerning trend in pro-Israel advocacy, exemplified by the outraged response from Jewish organizations and right-leaning outlets to a pro-Palestinian protest at the University of Michigan.

The author reflects on their disappointment and fear after losing Israeli elections and discusses various ways they have tried to manage it, including visiting historic sites and reading about Benjamin Netanyahu's accomplishments.

The author begins by agreeing with Hillel Halkin's portrayal of the current cultural and political situation in Israel, which is marked by despair and uncertainty.

Mahmoud Abbas, the Palestinian leader, wrote a dissertation in 1982 titled "The Relationship Between Zionists and Nazis, 1933-1945."

George Lichtheim, a Jewish German immigrant to Jerusalem during World War II, was a writer and journalist who gained knowledge from his weekly meetings with a group of intellectuals.