Jewish identity
Israel’s ultra-Orthodox community feels misunderstood. Here’s why - opinion
If haredim see that they are treated with understanding, respect, and sensitivity, they will more readily change and adapt in the service of the greater good
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Beyond the OU symbol: Orthodox Union strengthens Jewish identity after Oct. 7 - interview
Zionism is a verb: Every generation must ask what it will build - opinion
Making Israel - US Jewry relations cool again
A new translation of Franz Kafka’s diaries restores his Jewish musings
A new translation of Franz Kafka's diaries gives readers the fullest possible picture of his complex relationship with Judaism.
US Jewish schools must emphasize strengthening traits integral to Jewish identity - opinion
Fostering the values of decency, kindness and empathy are integral values to Jewish identity. Many pluralistic and modern Orthodox schools list menschlichkeit at the top of their mission statements.
Taglit Birthright: Coming to terms with my Jewish identity in 10 days
I realized, finally, maybe for the first time in my life, that, yes, I want to continue the Jewish family; and, no, I am not practicing Judaism because it’s all I’ve ever known but because I want to.
‘Prove you’re a Jew!’ A cautionary tale for all immigrants in Israel
It is important for other Anglos to know about this story. It appears that neither age nor decades as an Israeli citizen ensure that an individual can avoid this irrational situation.
Yaron Deckel to ‘Post’: Israeli education needs to focus on diaspora
More than a year ago, Yaron Deckel paused his career on Israeli television and radio and was sent as a senior Jewish Agency shliach to Canada.
Future of Jewish religious freedom hangs in balance in EU -opinion
Regarding Jewish religious freedom, tolerance of belief and speech is not enough.
Israel is the land of miracles, compromises and status quo
Israeli society used to rely on compromises and the status quo, however in today's media reality, the idea of winners and losers is being promoted over the idea of peaceful compromises.
This oleh answers the question 'Why be Jewish?' with a bottle of wine
Adam Scott Bellos: "I knew that wine was the greatest way to open up the Jewish identity conversation."
Thoughts on freedom as we celebrate Passover - opinion
How do we in Israel define freedom? Perhaps the answer is found in our national anthem “Hatikvah."
