Simhat Torah
Fifty years on, Israel repeats previous mistakes leading to the October 7 massacre - opinion
From 1973 to 2023, the same intelligence blind spots persist, raising urgent questions about reform.
Miracle in the medicine cabinet: A Simchat Torah story of healing and joy - opinion
Going it alone: Israel’s healing won’t come from the world—it must come from within - opinion
Beyond the headlines: What the freed hostages teach us about Jewish resilience - opinion
Orthodox Union’s Rabbi Moshe Hauer dies of sudden heart attack at age 60
The Orthodox Union (OU) announced on Wednesday the passing of Rabbi Moshe Hauer over the Shmini Atzeret holiday.
Simchat Torah 5786: A joyful return and reflection on the hostages - opinion
This Simchat Torah, the release of hostages sparked joy and a shift in attitudes across Israel.
Balancing joy with mourning: Simchat Torah is more complicated now - editorial
After two years of prayers, protests, and an unwavering determination that at times brought the country to a standstill, 20 families were made whole again.
Hoshana Raba: A day of salvation and return for Israel's hostages - analysis
On Hoshana Raba, the final day of Sukkot, Israel celebrates the return of hostages after two years in captivity.
A nation of one: From personal tragedy to national mourning on Simchat Torah - opinion
We are part of an ongoing circle of life; no one individual in this circle is more “central” than anyone else.
Simchat Torah: From torn shoes to a crown of majesty
The great secret of the Jewish people has always been the ability to join tear to tear, soul to soul, until together they form a whole garment once again.
October 7 and Simchat Torah: The arc of fragility - opinion
A holiday meant to celebrate joy and spiritual renewal became the darkest day in recent Jewish history.
'Acharei Hachagim': A diary entry from after the holidays in Israel
A look in the life of an Israeli resident the day after the Tishrei holiday season ends.
The intangibles of the war can’t be measured - opinion
A week of festivity was quickly turned into a week of funerals, and joy was turned into sadness.
Celebrating amid loss, unity, and hope - opinion
For the first time in recent memory, the Jewish people were faced with the challenge of adapting an ancient holiday to modern events.
