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David Ben-Gurion
The first prime minister of the Jewish state.
Afterlife, Beliefs & Practices, FAQ
Who is the Messiah?
Jewish sources have not, as a general rule, focused attention on the specific personal qualities of the Messiah.
Our Relationship to Other Creatures
There are real actions we can take to preserve species diversity.
“Say No to Non!” – Let’s Ban the Phrase “Non-Jew”
Every person, every group, and every community sometimes needs a mirror to see itself clearly and sense its own conscience.
Rebecca’s Spiritual Crisis
Like Rebecca, we should turn toward God, not away, in our moments of spiritual crisis.
Israel, Israel History, Jewish History, Jewish Music, Modern Israel, Modern Jewish History, Study, Zionism
How “Hatikvah” (The Hope) Became Israel’s National Anthem
The surprising history of one of modern Judaism's most important songs.
Zionism in Ukraine
How and why Ukraine was arguably the most important cradle for early Zionists.
Did Moses Write the Torah?
Although modern traditionalist Judaism uniformly affirms the divinity of the Torah, classical sources disagree on what role Moses had in its production.
Beliefs & Practices, Weddings & Marriage
How Does Jewish Matchmaking Work?
Finding a partner through a matchmaker (shadchan) is traditional in some Jewish communities.