Sukkot

Freedom under fire: What Passover means in a time of war - comment

In a year of war, Jewish holidays reflect reality, where freedom is less about ideals and more about safety and survival.

On Wednesday night, we will talk about freedom, with the specter of ballistic missiles, safe rooms, and red-alert sirens still fresh in our minds.
One should act heroically like a lion to get up in the morning to serve his Creator, the ‘Shulchan Aruch’ says.

Everyday heroines: Quiet burden of Israeli anchors waiting at home during wartime

PASSAGES PARTICIPATES in the March for Israel on the National Mall in Washington, November 2023. Though it may feel as though we are wandering in our own desert, we cling to the promises and steadfastness of God, says the writer.

Caring as a Christian: Standing in solidarity and obedience - opinion

An Israeli military vehicle drives on the Syrian side of the ceasefire line, as seen from Majdal Shams in the Golan Heights, January 6, 2025.

WATCH: Defense Ministry sappers destroy decades-old Syrian ammo removed from Golan Heights outpost


Traveling during Sukkot? A new trail system awaits your discovery

Tishrei holidays begin with a gift for hikers: A new trail system in Timna Park, circular routes for the whole family, the 24 km Timna Loop trail, and 70 km of cycling paths.

Timna Park.

Beach celebration: This is what awaits you at Mosh Beach during Sukkot

For the first time this Sukkot, Beer & Beats Festival at Mosh Beach, Achziv offers four nights of live music, beer garden, wine, sunset yoga, and family activities – all free.

Mosh Beach in Achziv.

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.

 People gather and light candles to remember the Israeli victims of the October 7 massacre at Dizengoff Square in Tel Aviv, October 12, 2023.

Cozy meals for Sukkot

As the evenings cool and the sukkah fills with light and laughter, I love to bring warm and flavorful foods to the table.

Pumpkin soup.

New crop of High Holidays children’s books take place in Uganda, Hong Kong and a Sephardic home

A delightful array of new children's books to highlight the depth and the joy of the upcoming High Holidays.

New books out for the High Holidays in 2025 include TK and TK. (Collage by Ilana Zahavy)

Sukkot by the Sea: A Luxurious Holiday at the Carlton Tel Aviv

A sukkah overlooking the Mediterranean, a festive chef’s menu, a rooftop pool with breathtaking views, a pampering spa, and elegant design – this is how Sukkot is celebrated with a view like no other

The sea view from the Sukkah

Eurovision star Yuval Raphael to perform at Sukkot concert

She will sing her Eurovision song, “New Day Will Rise,” which won the audience voting at the contest. She will also perform several of the songs she sang on The Next Star.

Eurovision star Yuval Raphael, who came in second in the competition.

Tu Bishvat and praying for the future

The notion of a winter prayer for an etrog may seem strange. We might wonder: Is this prayer still meaningful and relevant?

 CHECKING AN etrog for blemishes in Jerusalem’s Mea She’arim neighborhood, ahead of Sukkot.

Celebrating cinema with joy at the Haifa International Film Festival

Some of these films will open eventually at theaters, but many can only be seen at the festival, and there really is something special about watching movies in this joyous atmosphere.

 AT THE Haifa International Film Festival, ‘Longing,’ starring Richard Gere (top) and ‘I’m Still Here.’

'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.

 Signs calling for the freedom of hostages are seen in Tel Aviv.