Hassidim
From Satmar to Syria: The hassidic mission to discover relics of ancient Jewish civilizations
Despite the current lack of Jewish presence, Satmar Hassid Moshe Klein says it is obvious that a great many Jews once lived in Syria.
A seat at the table: Mitchell Silk’s journey from Beijing to the White House
Politicians decry attempts to allow haredi draft dodgers to travel to Uman, New York
When hassidic masters tried, failed to usher in the messianic age during Napoleon's wars
Utterly forbidden or a glowing husk? How hassidic Jews view AI
It is not entirely clear whether there is rabbinic oversight and by what standard these large language models are 'kosher.'
Jewish mysticism: Did hassidic masters use the Pope Joan legend to heal?
If the Pope Joan narrative is mystically powerful, and telling the tale of that narrative is also potent, then recounting the story of the tale of the narrative might alleviate the pain.
Prayers of silence: Why Passover's seventh day is so unique in its quietness
Calling out in prayer and beseeching God to answer our supplications involves an element of entitlement, perhaps even temerity. In contrast, silence reflects humility.
Israeli troops escort hundreds of hassidic pilgrims to rabbi's tomb inside Lebanon
The pilgrims were reportedly escorted by IDF soldiers early on Friday morning to hold the Shacharit prayer at the site of Rav Ashi's tomb.
This week in Jewish history: Herzl writes Der Judenstaat, Byzantines betray the Jews
A highly abridged weekly version of Dust & Stars.
A new chapter for hassidim and the IDF - opinion
As we support these pioneering souls, we must also pave the way for more integration, more understanding, and more shared responsibility. The future of our nation depends on it.
Prepare it or wing it? Inspiration and guidance for Torah teachers
While being lax about preparation could reflect a lack of respect for the forum and a disdain for the audience, we can also discern positive spiritual aspects of such an approach.
Terrorists fire at Israeli bus exiting Nablus, driver lightly wounded
The bus was reportedly en route to its destination without prior coordination with the military.
How 'Tamid Ohev Oti' became an unlikely Israeli anthem of 2024
“Tamid Ohev Oti” is more than a song; it’s a phenomenon uniting Israel through faith, rhythm, and hope.
A meeting of minds and hearts: What lessons righteous figures learn from each other
Each person saw the value in the other person’s path, and adopted elements of the other’s ethos.
Rabbi Pinto: Most problems arise because people don’t know how to make decisions
