Sukkot

From rain to dew: Prayer and the meaning of uncertainty - opinion

The shift from rain to dew in prayer reveals a deeper message about resilience, fear, and spiritual growth.

|ByZACHARY PAIKIN
Rain falls in mid-August in the upper Galilee
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.

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.

|ByHERB KEINON
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

While soldiers served for months, their partners carried the home front alone; now facing the emotional aftermath few see.

|ByMICHAL RONESS
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

Though it may feel as though we are wandering in our own desert, we cling to the promises and steadfastness of God.

|ByGRACE KEATHLY

'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.

NOVEMBER 3, 2024BySHANNA FULD
Signs calling for the freedom of hostages are seen in Tel Aviv.

It's time for the self-interest to be subjugated for the common good - opinion

History and Sukkot teach us that we are a resilient people and that by remaining united and by focusing our energies against our enemies, we will come out of this stronger.

NOVEMBER 3, 2024ByFRED NAIDER
The writer and his wife, along with some of their children and grandchildren, mark the holiday in the sukkah.

My takeaway from the Sukkot holiday - opinion

One of the participants held a Torah scroll in his arms and danced with it, his face glowing. He said to me: "Last year, look where we danced. And today, look where we are dancing…"

OCTOBER 28, 2024BySIVAN RAHAV MEIR
Jewish worshippers pray at the Western Wall during the Cohen Benediction priestly blessing at the Jewish holiday of Sukkot, October 20, 2024

Refusing to lose faith on Simchat Torah despite tragedy - opinion

As we committed on Simchat Torah to dancing again, we are commanded to remember the victims of October 7 and refuse to let our faith dwindle.

OCTOBER 28, 2024BySABRINA SOFFER
Torah scroll is raised and displayed at Western Wall

Jerusalem Vibe: Who visited Jerusalem for the holidays?

In Jerusalem, visits to the city from Israeli residents actually rose during the holiday season, thanks to an aggressive internal marketing campaign.

OCTOBER 27, 2024ByZEV STUB
Planned construction in Talpiot.

Come together: The importance of unity on Simchat Torah - opinion

It is precisely at the one-year anniversary of Hamas's massacre that the holiday of Simchat Torah comes along, with its unique message about the centrality of unity.

OCTOBER 23, 2024BySTEWART WEISS
An illustrative image of Jews celebrating with Torah scrolls on Simchat Torah.

The Herzogs host displaced youth ahead of Simhat Torah - opinion

Herzog, who has taken a particular interest in the hostages, mentions them at every opportunity, and did so  when concluding his session with the youngsters.

OCTOBER 23, 2024ByGREER FAY CASHMAN
President Herzog and his wife Michal in a Q&A session with displacwd youth.

Unity and strength: A gathering of Gur Hasidim in the Sukkah of Rabbi Pinto

OCTOBER 22, 2024ByDAVID BERGER

Passover and Sukkot: lessons for Israel's unfinished journey to freedom post-October 7 – opinion

Israel's ongoing journey to freedom and security is an all-in collective effort, especially following October 7.

OCTOBER 22, 2024ByYITZ GREENBERG
An IDF reservist holds the Four Species, symbols of the Sukkot festival, in a sukkah on the Golan Heights. Sukkot reminds us that we should see this moment through the lens of Jewish history and faith; we are on an unfinished journey to full freedom and security, says the writer.

Ministers call for Gaza resettlement during Sukkot rally

The camp included a few dozen Sukkot, with a large central Sukkah designated as the "Sukkah of Revival" (Sukkat Hatkums).

OCTOBER 21, 2024ByELIAV BREUER
The stage at the Preparing to Settle in Gaza festival near Be'eri, October 21, 2024.