God

 How was the faith of Jewish Israelis been affected by the October 7 massacre and war?

Third of Israelis hold a stronger belief in God since October 7, 'Post' survey finds

An absolute majority of respondents (75%) said that since October 7, they feel a greater connection to the State of Israel (69%) and the diverse Israeli society (68%).

09/02/2024

Parashat Yitro: Under the mountain

The indelible impression made by this encounter keeps alive the knowledge of our uniqueness and closeness to God, and of the promise that will be kept.

By MEIRA RAANAN , ESTHER CAMERON
02/02/2024

Putting God on trial: The problem of divine collateral damage

Dr. Chaim Toldeche and Elie Wiesel were right: God must stand trial and must repent for the creation of evil in the world. 

This day of communal Kaddish, enacted after the Holocaust, is just right for this moment

This prayer put in the mouth of the mourner begs God to speed the day when God is, in fact, great and holy.

By RABBI AVITAL HOCHSTEIN/JTA , RABBI ELIE KAUNFER/JTA
22/12/2023

Hanukkah, Hamas: Wars against ungodly ideas to restore belief in God

It is our historical responsibility to defeat these ungodly ideas and restore belief in a one, all-powerful, and merciful God who crafted us in His image and desires our well-being. 

Judicial reform split Israel apart, Hamas's attack helped us find God - opinion

In the midst of turmoil after Hamas's attack, a remarkable transformation occurred: We found God. The Jewish identity, often taken for granted, became a unifying force.

By HADASSAH CHEN
26/11/2023

Denying Israelis Jewish burials: ‘What would God say?’ - opinion

As if it wasn’t bad enough for her grieving family that Alina was mercilessly killed, the Chevra Kadisha decided that Alina Plahti must be buried “outside the fence,” away from the Jewish graves.

By JONATHAN LIEBERMAN
19/11/2023

Anti-Israel groupthink: Humans gave up freedom, reason for madness - opinion

What is happening to the human race, and why are people reflexively supporting butchers and murderers while accusing us of fictitious crimes?

Netanyahu must sanctify God's name so Israel can beat Hamas - opinion

Netanyahu should take some responsibility for the tragedies and ask the nation to join you in begging God for the help that even the most qualified prime minister and army can't achieve.

By SHARON LINDENBAUM
09/11/2023

Parashat Vayera: 'Abraham, Abraham'

Our tradition contains various perspectives on the role and importance of the angels.

By MEIRA RAANAN , ESTHER CAMERON
04/11/2023
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