Hassidim
Góra Kalwaria: The legacy of Poland’s ‘New Jerusalem’ and Gur hassidim
In the footsteps of the Gerrer hassidim and their illustrious rebbes: A look at Góra Kalwaria in Poland.
A biblical legend: Yom Kippur and the mystery of Miriam's Well
From Satmar to Syria: The hassidic mission to discover relics of ancient Jewish civilizations
A seat at the table: Mitchell Silk’s journey from Beijing to the White House
Politicians decry attempts to allow haredi draft dodgers to travel to Uman, New York
The government decision to invest NIS 10 million to finance the various aspects of the annual haredi pilgrimage to Uman sparked widespread criticism.
When hassidic masters tried, failed to usher in the messianic age during Napoleon's wars
The Hozeh would later recount that the Heavenly Court had ruled against him on account of his attempts to bring the redemption before the appointed time.
Utterly forbidden or a glowing husk? How hassidic Jews view AI
It is not entirely clear whether there is rabbinic oversight and by what standard these large language models are 'kosher.'
Jewish mysticism: Did hassidic masters use the Pope Joan legend to heal?
If the Pope Joan narrative is mystically powerful, and telling the tale of that narrative is also potent, then recounting the story of the tale of the narrative might alleviate the pain.
Prayers of silence: Why Passover's seventh day is so unique in its quietness
Calling out in prayer and beseeching God to answer our supplications involves an element of entitlement, perhaps even temerity. In contrast, silence reflects humility.
Israeli troops escort hundreds of hassidic pilgrims to rabbi's tomb inside Lebanon
The pilgrims were reportedly escorted by IDF soldiers early on Friday morning to hold the Shacharit prayer at the site of Rav Ashi's tomb.
This week in Jewish history: Herzl writes Der Judenstaat, Byzantines betray the Jews
A highly abridged weekly version of Dust & Stars.
A new chapter for hassidim and the IDF - opinion
As we support these pioneering souls, we must also pave the way for more integration, more understanding, and more shared responsibility. The future of our nation depends on it.
Prepare it or wing it? Inspiration and guidance for Torah teachers
While being lax about preparation could reflect a lack of respect for the forum and a disdain for the audience, we can also discern positive spiritual aspects of such an approach.
Terrorists fire at Israeli bus exiting Nablus, driver lightly wounded
The bus was reportedly en route to its destination without prior coordination with the military.
How 'Tamid Ohev Oti' became an unlikely Israeli anthem of 2024
“Tamid Ohev Oti” is more than a song; it’s a phenomenon uniting Israel through faith, rhythm, and hope.