Jewish holidays

Israel's post-holiday return to normalcy marred by Hamas rockets - comment

The festivities all abruptly ended at 8:30 a.m., when it was announced that there was a “security event.” From then on, the day was unlike any other Simchat Torah.

By HEDDY BREUER ABRAMOWITZ
13/10/2023

How Jews offline for a 2-day holiday found out about the attack on Israel

Israelis got more details when the holiday ended on Saturday night, while those around the world had to wait until Sunday evening to find out what was going on.

By GABE FRIEDMAN/JTA , JACOB GURVIS/JTA
10/10/2023

It is time to include women in Simchat Torah celebrations - opinion

For many years, this celebration was dominated by men, leaving women relegated to distant onlookers.

By JONATHAN LIEBERMAN
07/10/2023

Simchat Torah: Order, trust, and the joy of Torah

When we delve into it, study its teachings, and live according to its guidance, we lead meaningful and elevated lives.

EXALTING IN Sukkot at the Western Wall

Your Investments: No more excuses: It’s now, not ‘after the Chagim’

Don’t wait for the next “After the hagim”, now is the time to get your finances in order.  

By AARON KATSMAN
06/10/2023

Sukkot cleaning: Decluttering, organizing, preparing for the holidays

Seven simple strategies for maintaining an organized, clutter-free home and curbing unnecessary purchases in the year ahead.

By MIRIAM GOLD
06/10/2023

Touching spiritual heights with art in honor of the joyful holiday

The feeling of touching spiritual heights is captured in Yoram Raanan’s painting Ascendance, where the figures seem to be ascending to a more spiritual plane with joy and ecstasy. 

By MEIRA RAANAN
06/10/2023
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