Abraham

Israel is winning the World Cup of public diplomacy by aiding earthquake-hit Venezuela - opinion

How Israel’s delegation in Venezuela shined a positive light at a tough time for Israel’s image.

EARTHQUAKE AID: Hector Gonzalez is helped out of a tunnel in La Guaira, Venezuela, July 10; Illustrative.
Israeli cabinet minister and former military chief Gadi Eisenkot is consoled by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, as he attends the funeral of his son Gal Meir Eisenkot, 25, an Israeli solider, who was killed in northern Gaza during the ground operation by Israel's military in Gaza.

Was Netanyahu chosen by God, or judged too harshly by man? - opinion

 Pro-Palestinian demonstrators march past King's College, one of the few colleges that have divested from companies benefiting from the Israeli war.

Hearing Sieg Heil at 76: Why you can't kill the Jew inside - opinion

Reza Pahlavi, the exiled son of the last Shah of Iran, poses after an interview with Reuters about the situation in Iran and the need to support Iranians, in Paris, France, June 23, 2025.

Free Iran would immediately recognize Israel, normalize US ties, Pahlavi declares


The UAE's Abrahamic Family House is a shift in modern history - opinion

Having three holy houses represent the three Abrahamic religions helps bring people from these three faiths to one place

 Abrahamic Family House on Saadiyat Island in Abu Dhabi in the UAE.

On Abraham - the Bible's most interesting character

Abraham's story begins when God tells him to go forth for himself to the land that God will shown him, and he goes.

 Angels visiting Abraham by Willem van Herp.

Parshat Hayei Sarah: Short, courageous and practical

The second story in this week's parsha is Abraham’s servant going to Haran in Aram Naharayim to search for a bride for Isaac.

 UNDERSTATEMENT: ABRAHAM referred to the entire feast as 'a morsel of bread."

Vayera: The power of respecting others

Abraham is known as the biblical figure who is a gracious host after he leaves God to tend to his guests.

 Angels visiting Abraham by Willem van Herp.

Parashat Lech Lecha: Was Abraham an influencer?

Influencing others becomes so addictive that our personal behavior is, itself, influenced by our overwhelming desire to influence others. Are influencers the ultimate influencees? 

 INFLUENCERS: NOT a question of talent but of garndering ‘likes.’

Lech Lecha: a call more relevant than ever -opinion

The Land of Israel and the modern state of Israel are alive and well, and ready to welcome home Jews from all corners of the Earth.

 ABRAHAM TENDING his flock.

Kanye West: Abraham Accords was signed 'to make money' for Kushner family

Rapper Kanye West appeared on Tucker Carlson's show to discuss his thoughts and feelings on the Abraham Accords agreement.

Rapper Kanye West makes a point as he holds his first rally in support of his presidential bid in North Charleston, South Carolina, US July 19, 2020.

Why does Joseph weep? About baseless love, hatred and envy

The Book of Genesis begins with envy and hatred between brothers and ends with envy and hatred between brothers. But the end can be perceived as a form of tikkun olam.

 Jacob meets Rachel in the Bible.

Israel's first olim: Abraham and Sarah

The story of his life up until the moment God tells Abraham to leave is tantalizingly elusive. This is why the midrash there plays such a central role in answering: Why was he chosen?

 IDOLS INSIDE a temple. Abraham embarked on a journey toward monotheism.

Parashat Lech Lecha: Justice – the source of blessing

Abraham’s unique path - and ours nowadays - is to pursue justice and perform acts of loving-kindness.

Lady Justice