Religion
From Hillel and Shamai to Trump and Netanyahu: Polarized, divided Jewry is dangerous - opinion
Jews have always had differences of opinion, and it has never shown the best of us. We can't be divided anymore.
'Ritual sexual abuse' of minors: Senior religious Zionist rabbi warns of ‘social narcissism’
Death penalty bill could turn terrorists into heroes - opinion
Moral, legal issues with Israel’s terrorist death penalty - opinion
Parashat Vayeshev: Bringing hearts closer
The parsha does not show a clash of good vs evil, but a deep disagreement about leadership and the path by which the people of Israel should take.
Leah, and the inner truth we need in an age of illusion - opinion
Leah’s legacy reminds us that renewal after October 7 will emerge from depth, resilience, and the quiet work of rebuilding from within.
Will young Israelis' rightward, traditional shift impact the country's future? - opinion
When these long-term demographic trajectories combine with new data showing increased traditionalism among young Israelis, the direction is quite clear.
Greek textbooks discuss Judaism, Holocaust in detail, but fall short on antisemitism
Greek textbooks give limited attention to local Jewish history and contributions to Greek society. Even though they include Jewish history and misfortunes, the books leave antisemitism behind.
From Talmud to temptation: How erotica found a home in Orthodox Israel
Romance and erotica in literature, once niche, is growing in popularity among religious readers.
Observant Jewish quarterback Zevi Eckhaus guides Washington State to a bowl game
Eckhaus, who plays for the Washington State Cougars, was raised Orthodox and is one of few Jewish players in NCAA Division I football.
Israel-Hamas War made Israelis more religious, JPPI special report reveals
Approximately half of the people who identified as center or left-wing reported a rightward shift in their politics since October 7.
When Allah sits at the negotiation table: How to negotiate with Hamas - opinion
When Allah sits at the negotiation table, the cards matter, but interpretation matters more. In faith shaped talks, Western negotiators cannot ignore the religious logic guiding the other side.
Indonesia mosque blast suspect inspired by neo-Nazi figures, white supremacist ideology
Explosions at a mosque in Indonesia's capital Jakarta that injured dozens of people during Friday prayers, with a 17-year-old student the suspected perpetrator.
Faith and sacrifice: The story of Itay Chen's return - opinion
After nearly two years, the body of Itay Chen returns home, a story of faith and sacrifice.
