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  An illustrative image of Jews celebrating with Torah scrolls on Simchat Torah.

Come together: The importance of unity on Simchat Torah

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.

Silent dancing on Simchat Torah? A joyous Jewish holiday is remade for a mournful anniversary

Jewish communities grapple with balancing joy and mourning on Simchat Torah, one year after the October 7 Hamas attack.

By JACOB GURVIS/JTA , DEBORAH DANAN/JTA
22/10/2024
  Jews are seen celebrating Simchat Torah at the Western Wall.

How will the Jewish people celebrate Simchat Torah this year?

Will Jews dance this year on Simchat Torah? To answer this question, the Magazine interviewed several people in diverse situations; their responses varied.

20/10/2024

Christian monk, Jewish convert, Israeli: One man's journey to Judaism

William Karon’s spiritual path to Judaism was generations in the making.

 A SON reads psalms for his father in Shaare Zedek Medical Center.

Can reciting psalms from the Bible heal injuries or illness?

It is my belief that heartfelt prayers recited with greater understanding can be a source of solace and inspiration.

By SHLOMO M. BRODY
16/10/2024

Annus horribilis: How can we celebrate and rejoice on Sukkot in 2024?

How can we bring joy into our Sukkot observance this year?

How has the role of rabbis in Israel changed since October 7?

Rabbis who are traditionally spiritual leaders in their communities have faced a whole new level of challenges from congregants and from the need to maintain their own spiritual balance post-Oct. 7.

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