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Shavuot 2026: The holiday's enduring call to faith, loyalty, and Jewish purpose

From Sinai to modern Israel, Shavuot reminds Jews of the power of faith, words, and commitment.

We begin our day with the acknowledgment of ‘Modeh Ani.’
ULTRA-ORTHODOX RECRUITS arrive at the IDF Recruitment Center at Tel Hashomer, early Jan.

What Shavuot teaches about Israel’s haredi military service debate

An illustrative image of man and AI touching.

In the age of AI, Shavuot reminds us that wisdom is not data - opinion

(Illustrative). Hand opens door to allow stream of light to enter.

Entering the fourth room: We are living in a new stage of Jewish history - opinion


Parashat Teruma: Sanctifying the heart

Each person is a walking Temple; each has the power to build a dwelling place for the Creator of the world within his or her heart.

 Stars bursting above the triangular peak of the mountain that may be Mount Sinai in the middle of the night, in Saudi Arabia.

Parashat Mishpatim: The long search for moral society

God’s will does more than guide individual behavior. It provides direction for building societies grounded in justice and compassion.

The Knesset building

First values, then holy places: Lesson from Sinai and Jerusalem - opinion

A hostage’s testimony and Parashat Yitro show that the Torah places values before territory.

	Former hostage Eitan Mor attends a conference titled “Gaza: The Day After” at the Knesset, the Israeli parliament, in Jerusalem, on January 12, 2026.

Parashat Yitro: Illuminating the fog

Moses understood that genuine service of God is not found in thunder and lightning but rather in the place of fog, confusion, and lack of clarity.

The God one seeks is found precisely in the confusing, unclear place.

Parashat Yitro: Before the revelation at Sinai

Whenever people are convinced that they are acting in the name of higher goals – especially when they believe they are serving God – moral boundaries become fragile.

A big ball of fire (illustrative)

Beyond the Headlines: Unity, Identity and the Torah Within

A weekly glimpse into the Israel you won’t read about in the news

 READING FROM the Torah in synagogue: Shavuot celebrates the giving of the Ten Commandments. These commandments, like the Torah, offer stories, insights, values and actions as ways in to God

Living in the present: Counting the Omer with meaning

Albert Einstein wrote: 'There are only two ways to live your life: One is as though nothing is a miracle; the other is as though everything is a miracle.'

 ‘Sefer HaMinhagim,’ or ‘Book of Customs’ was printed in Yiddish in Venice, 1601.

Egypt to control Gaza: Avigdor Liberman reveals his 'day-after' plan in 'Post' exclusive

Yisrael Beytenu head Avigdor Liberman shares his vision for Egypt's role in Trump's proposal to safely evacuate Gazans and secure a lasting peace.

 Avigdor Liberman over a backdrop of the Gaza Strip.

Parashat Yitro: Hearing the silence, seeing the sound

Comprehension begins within us, including our understanding and encounter with God – the universal web that connects us to everything and everybody.

 Lightning is seen over Palmachim Beach.

IDF allows visitors to see 'burning bush' on Mt. Karkom, but what is it? - explainer

The military noted it would open the area, habitually an IDF fire zone, on December 20-21.

"Burning Bush" Of Mount Karkom.