Torah

Israel’s election must be about repairing society after October 7 - opinion

The silent majority of the Israeli public must step up and choose tikkun – the repair of society to make it better – and ensure that our heroic soldiers will not have died in vain.

(Illustrative) A man casts his ballot at a voting station on the morning of the municipal elections, in Ashdod, February 27, 2024
A teacher in EJM Jewish school in Paris

From learning to leading: How students can pass on Jewish tradition - opinion

People vote in Jerusalem on election day, March 2, 2020.

I’m not Left or Right. I’m Up: Time to look beyond political labels - opinion

Jewish yeshiva students study at the Kamenitz Yeshiva, in Jerusalem on August 19, 2026.

Beyond the Headlines: Dedicating Torah study and why no good deed is done alone - opinion


Israel after Oct. 7: What Moses teaches us about survival and responsibility

As Israel emerges from three years of war, Moshe’s ancient message offers a powerful reminder: surviving tragedy is only the beginning. We must also decide what we stand for.

WOMEN STAND in prayer at the Kotel.

Parashat Nitzavim: Why we are all responsible for one another

In a world increasingly focused on personal success, Parashat Nitzavim reminds us that no one stands alone. Our fate is bound together, and we are responsible for one another.

MUTUAL RESPONSIBILITY: Young Israelis who completed military service help farmers like Giora Isar from Moshav Maaleh Gamla at the height of the mango-picking season, near the Sea of Galilee, Aug. 4.

From midrasha to the IDF: A journey toward serving Israel - opinion

For religious young women, a year of learning and volunteering in Israel can become a foundation for meaningful army service.

 Over 300 lone soldiers join the IDF through Garin Tzabar Scouts program.

Parashat Ki Tavo: The finest generation

Elul's call to confession requires more than admitting failure. Authentic teshuva also means recognizing personal growth and the courage, sacrifice, and resilience of this generation.

HONEST ACCOUNTING cannot be selective

Parashat Ki Tavo: The power of joy

Parashat Ki Tavo teaches that joy is not a luxury but a religious obligation, revealed through gratitude, generosity and serving God with a sincere and joyful heart.

REJOICING UPON the release of Hamas hostage Bar Kupershtein, Nov. 2, 2025.

Beyond the Headlines: Yehuda Katz, whose remains returned from Lebanon after 44 years, and us

A weekly glimpse into the Israel you won’t read about in the news.

Yehuda Katz.

Haftarat Ki Tetze: When others destroy, Jews rebuild and make things greater

Jerusalem has endured exile and loss, but Isaiah tells her not to look only at what has been destroyed. She must look ahead to what will be rebuilt.

Jewish worshippers and visitors gather at the Western Wall in Jerusalem a day before the eve of Tisha B’Av, July 21, 2026.

Your Investments: Should everyone be equal in a will?

From Torah teachings to modern estate planning, one expert explores why fairness and equality matter when dividing assets among children.

Illustration: A succession order

Parashat Ki Tetze: Set adrift on the island of Elul

Parashat Ki Tetze abruptly shifts from collective responsibilities to personal ones. It is the densest legal section of the Torah, containing more commandments than any other parasha.

‘NO MAN is an island, entire of itself...’

Parashat Ki Tetze: Creating a deep bond and the secret of marriage

The relationship between a man and a woman is also, in a sense, a reflection of the relationship between a person and his Creator.

UNDER THE HUPPA.