State of Israel
Jerusalem Day: Why are Jews ashamed of reclaiming Jerusalem? - opinion
In many Jewish communities, Jerusalem Day goes unnoticed. The liberation of Jerusalem is no longer celebrated as a miracle or even as a historic achievement. How did we lose our way so quickly?
Next year in Jerusalem – and then some - opinion
Entering the fourth room: We are living in a new stage of Jewish history - opinion
Understanding global criticism of Israel through historical, theological lenses - opinion
The world's silent endorsement of antisemitism perpetuates the 'lying Jew' trope - opinion
The narrative catching fire around the world is disturbingly one-sided: maintaining the focus on Gaza’s plight only when it can be pinned on Israeli actions.
The modern exodus and messianic fulfillment is today's Israel - opinion
We can project that since Israel is the Exodus of our millennium, it will be at the center of the developing Jewish culture going forward. The Jewish origin story is the origin of our modern nation.
Before biometrics: Israel's earliest passports and travel documents
The first Israeli passport issued was in the name of Golda Meir, who at the time worked for the Jewish Agency and was soon to become Israel’s ambassador to the Soviet Union.
We must celebrate this Independence Day to show our enemies they will not win - opinion
This year, we can look within and see the bravery and heroism in the hearts of each and every one of us.
The state of Holocaust education is dire, and the situation is failing survivors - opinion
The rot goes much deeper and has spread among the highly educated who don’t dispute that the Holocaust happened – and even commemorate it.
History repeats itself, and we cannot forget the mistakes that our democracies made - opinion
Who could have imagined that at leading American universities, administrators, professors, and students would stand with Hitler’s disciple – Hamas.
From victimhood to statehood: The Holocaust's legacy and Israel's power - opinion
The State of Israel was not born because of the Holocaust, but its birth restored hope to the Jewish people then, and it guarantees us a lifeline now – power over our survival and our destiny.
The new heart of the Jewish calendar: Holocaust Remembrance Day and Independence Day - opinion
These two days symbolize the greatest assault of death and evil on life and the greatest outburst of life and renewal ever, both dueling and reinforcing each other with unparalleled force.
Defiant independence: Israel must show resolve against international emasculation - opinion
And at this very moment, true atzmaut, real independence, means that Israel must advance in defiance of those who seek to emasculate it.
A break down of Israel's population on the country's 76th Independence Day
Israel's population currently stands at 9.9 million people. When broken down into sectors, there are 7.247 million Jews, who make up 73.2% of the population, while the Arab population stands at 2.089
