Yom Kippur

Shavuot 2026: The holiday's enduring call to faith, loyalty, and Jewish purpose

From Sinai to modern Israel, Shavuot reminds Jews of the power of faith, words, and commitment.

|BySTEWART WEISS
We begin our day with the acknowledgment of ‘Modeh Ani.’
Jewish men dance with Israeli flags during Jerusalem Day celebrations at Damascus Gate in Jerusalem's Old City, May 26, 2025.

Jerusalem Day: Israelis cannot afford to take a united Jerusalem for granted - opinion

Jerusalem Day should be appreciated and celebrated in all its manifestations – as a historic achievement, a political challenge, and a spiritual opportunity.

|ByDAVID M. WEINBERG
Released hostage David Cunio is greeted as he returns to his home in Yavne, last October.

On Passover, former Gaza hostages say freedom 'takes on a different meaning' - interview

Former hostages David Cunio and Keith Siegel return home, discovering a deeper, personal meaning of freedom this Passover.

|ByHANNAH BROWN
Flowers and an Israeli flag lie on the ground in a makeshift memorial following the attack on a Jewish holiday celebration at Sydney's Bondi Beach, in Sydney, Australia, December 15, 2025.

Confronting antisemitism requires coordination, action, and Jewish unity - opinion

Israel and the Jewish Diaspora face a shared ongoing crisis as global antisemitism rises around the world.

|ByWILLIAM DAROFF

This week's Torah portion contains lessons to learn amid the Yom Kippur Manchester attack - opinion

Ha’azinu calls us to remember history and understand generational change - for Jews, to strengthen our mesorah; for nations, to confront the consequences of their actions before it is too late.

OCTOBER 3, 2025ByRABBI ELIEZER SIMCHA WEISS
People gather near the scene, after an attack in which a car was driven at pedestrians and stabbings were reported near a synagogue in north Manchester, Britain, October 2, 2025

Manchester rabbi hailed for blocking attacker at Heaton Park synagogue

Rabbi Daniel Walker barricaded and physically blocked the synagogue doors, stopping the attacker from entering.

OCTOBER 2, 2025ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
People gather near the scene, after a report of an incident in which a car was driven at pedestrians and a stabbing attack, near a synagogue in north Manchester, Britain, October 2, 2025.

'Weakness in face of terrorism': Netanyahu notes UK's failings after Manchester attack

PM Netanyahu: Weakness in the face of terrorism only brings more terrorism • President Isaac Herzog writes letter to King Charles on rising antisemitism

OCTOBER 2, 2025ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
A forensic technician and police officers work at the scene after a man drove a car into pedestrians and stabbed a security guard in an attack at a synagogue where worshippers were marking Yom Kippur, the holiest day on the Jewish calendar, according to the British police, in north Manchester, Brita

Two murdered, more wounded in Manchester synagogue attack on Yom Kippur

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said he was "appalled" by the attack. Local police said the assailant was a 35-year-old British citizen of Syrian descent.

OCTOBER 2, 2025ByMATHILDA HELLER, REUTERS, JERUSALEM POST STAFF
People gather near the scene, after an attack in which a car was driven at pedestrians and stabbings were reported near a synagogue in north Manchester, Britain, October 2, 2025

'Worst nightmare': British PM Starmer, Jewish community leaders condemn 'vile' attack on synagogue

British PM Keir Starmer confirmed that additional police assets are being deployed to synagogues across the country following the stabbing and ramming attack in Manchester.

OCTOBER 2, 2025ByMATHILDA HELLER, JERUSALEM POST STAFF
A man walks near the scene, after a report of an incident in which a car was driven at pedestrians and a stabbing attack outside a synagogue, in north Manchester, Britain, October 2, 2025

Israeli Navy intercepts Global Sumud Flotilla vessels, Greta Thunberg among detained activists

The Foreign Ministry said that all passengers were safe and in good health, adding that were making their way to Israel before their deportation to Europe.

OCTOBER 2, 2025ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF, REUTERS
A screengrab from a livestream video shows Israeli navy forces aboard the Gaza-bound vessel Florida, part of the Global Sumud Flotilla, October 2, 2025

Breaking the fast, breaking the diet: Tamara Aharoni’s maple pound cake

A perfect cake to break the Yom Kippur fast with, along with a cup of coffee or tea.

OCTOBER 1, 2025ByIN COLLABORATION WITH SUGAT
Tamara Aharoni’s maple pound cake

Yom Kippur in white garments: A show of unity and hope - opinion

We wear white on Yom Kippur to build a human family standing together before the creator of the world.

OCTOBER 1, 2025ByZEHAVIT GROSS
Ultra-Orthodox Jews perform "Slihot" prior to the upcoming Jewish holiday of Yom Kippur, on September 25, 2025.

Kibbutz Be’eri unveils Yom Kippur prayer book blending Sephardi, Ashkenazi rites

Koren Publishing confirmed that the project was initiated by the kibbutz in partnership with the publishing house, and that the prayer book would be for community use only, and not for purchase.

SEPTEMBER 30, 2025ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
Kibbutz Be'eri's new Yom Kippur prayer book combining Sephardi and Ashkenazi liturgy. September 2025.

Dr. Maya Rosman with all the tips ahead of the Yom Kippur fast

Getting ready for the fast already today? Dr. Maya Roseman with all the “do’s and don’ts” before entering a 25-hour fast.

SEPTEMBER 30, 2025ByDR. MAYA ROSMAN
Tips ahead of the Yom Kippur fast