by kalman@israel365.com | f 17, 2023 | Shoftim
Judaism, like many religious traditions, has a rich tapestry of beliefs and interpretations regarding the supernatural. Within the Jewish tradition, there is a spectrum of views on the existence and nature of demons, evil spirits, witchcraft, and sorcerous practices....
by Shira Schechter (Moderator) | f 12, 2023 | Israel, Lech Lecha
In the quiet calm of a spring day in April 1920, nestled between the Alpine peaks and azure blue waters of the Ligurian Sea, an event of monumental significance unfolded. The tranquil Italian town of San Remo was home to a conference that would impact the geopolitical...
by Shira Schechter (Moderator) | f 21, 2023 | Beshalach, Passover
The parting of the Red Sea, one of the most stunning and crucial incidents in the biblical story of the Israelites’ exodus from Egypt, stands tall in the narrative of freedom and belief. This miraculous happening bears deep meaning. This article seeks to explore...
by Chaim Barzel | f 21, 2023 | Shavuot (Pentecost)
What do the Hebrew Bible and cheesecake have in common? If you guessed the Hebrew month of Sivan, then you’re correct! Sivan (סִיוָן) is the current name of the third month of the Hebrew calendar, adopted during the Babylonian exile. The name first appears in the Book...
by Shira Schechter (Moderator) | f 11, 2023 | Vezot Haberachah
Vezot Haberacha is the final portion of the Torah. In it, Moses blesses each of the tribes, as is customary in the Bible for parents to bless their children before dying. When Moses is done, God instructs him to ascend the mountain where he will survey the land before...
