What is the Significance of the Kippah?
by aish.comUncovering the deeper meaning of this Jewish symbol.
The Meaning of Some Common Sephardic Last Names
by Miriam P. RaphaelSome of the most famous names of the Sephardic community can be traced back to medieval times.
Censored: “Chosen and Excluded – The Hate for Jews in Europe”
by Rabbi Abraham Cooper and Dr. Manfred GerstenfeldWhy the German-French TV station doesn’t want you to see this film.
What American Jews Can Learn from the Muslim Community
by Dr. Yvette Alt MillerAccording to a new Pew study, American Muslims are flourishing.
Hating Israel: Understanding Tisha B’Av through Today’s Headlines
by Eitiel GoldwichtHow preconceived notions cause baseless hatred.
Prisoners of Hope: Why We Mourn on Tisha B’Av
by Miriam KosmanIn direct proportion to our yearning do we experience the joy of re-connection.
Tisha B’Av: Turning Mourning into Action
by Rabbi Efrem GoldbergIt is not enough to hope for redemption, we must be the catalyst for it.
The Titanic and the Jews
by Barbara PennSome interesting facts about the fate of the Jews who boarded the Titanic.
Margaret Thatcher and the Jews
by Maayan MeirA new book explores her deep connection with the Jewish people.
Rabbi Israel Meir Lau’s Revenge
by Ronda RobinsonA true story from Buchenwald, witnessed by Rabbi Lau when he was a young boy.
The Meaning of Some Common Jewish Last Names
by Dr. Yvette Alt MillerSome of these will surprise you.
Overcoming Loss through Reconnection
by Sara Debbie GutfreundNow is the time to feel a relentless responsibility to create meaning in our lives and reconnect to what really matters.
The Mutation of Anti-Semitism
by Rabbi Lord Jonathan SacksWhy the rise of anti-Semitism across Europe and around the world presents a danger not just for Jews, but for all who care about our common humanity.
Is Paddington Bear Jewish?
by Dr. Yvette Alt MillerMichael Bond, the author, based his beloved character on Jewish children who were refugees in war-torn Europe.
The American Jew who Smuggled Holocaust Survivors to Israel
by Dr. Yvette Alt MillerThe true story of the secret operation to ferry thousands of desperate Holocaust survivors to Israel.
Why Leo Frank’s Lynching Matters Today
by Maayan MeirAn innocent Jewish man was hanged by a mob in 1915. Anti-Semites today are justifying his murder.
American Jewry is Disappearing
by Rabbi Efrem GoldbergPatrilineal descent and intermarriage are the problem, not the solution.
Sarah Halimi’s Murder: Masking Jew Hatred in France
by Dr. Yvette Alt MillerFrench police refusal to call the murder of an Orthodox woman by a Muslim a hate crime is causing an uproar.
The Scandalous Murder of Alexander Rubowitz
by Menucha Chana LevinIn 1947 a Jewish boy, 16, was kidnapped from Jerusalem and never seen again. His alleged abductor, a British WWII hero, apparently got away with murder.
J.R.R. Tolkien's Jewish Great-Grandson
by Dr. Yvette Alt MillerNicholas Tolkien is an observant Jew whose new play about the Holocaust just opened in New York.
Caretaker of Venice’s Jewish Cemeteries
by Dr. Yvette Alt MillerLong neglected, Aldo Izzo is restoring Venice's centuries-old Jewish cemeteries.
Infographic: INFOGRAPHIC: Will Your Grandchildren Be Jewish?
by Rabbi Antony Gordon and Richard M. HorowitzAre American Jews facing an existential threat?
Giving My Children Something More Than I Had Growing Up
by Rachel BarmatzDespite having less than I did as a child, I’m giving my kids a greater love and understanding of their Jewish heritage.
From Nigeria, with Admiration and Love
by Gad OdogwuA Nigerian will never forget the actions of one Jewish student at his university.
Bar Mitzvah of an 89-Year-Old Holocaust Survivor
by Sara Debbie GutfreundDelayed by the Nazis, Harold Katz is the first person to read from the Torah Scroll he has dedicated.
Mark Zuckerberg’s Prayer
by Rabbi Benjamin BlechNo matter how financially blessed, we all need to call upon a higher power to help us make our lives a blessing.
Jerusalem: 50 Years of Reunification
by Rabbi Benjamin BlechA reminder about who really owns Jerusalem.
No Money, No Terror
by Jennifer LovyIsraeli Attorney Nitsana Darshan-Leitner is waging a war against terrorism in courtrooms around the world.
Jewish Mother: Badge of Shame or Pride?
by Dr. Yvette Alt MillerIt’s time to drop the negative stereotypes and reclaim the title Jewish mother.
Emma Lazarus, the Jews and Israel
by Dr. Yvette Alt MillerThe famous U.S. poet fought for Jewish rights and helped spark the Zionist movement.
Watch President Trump & Jerusalem Day Activities Live at the Western Wall
by aish.comThis week it is all eyes on the Jerusalem and the Western Wall. You can watch them live on Aish.com.
The Hassidic Rebbe who Pioneered Moving to Israel
by Michael FreundAll Jews can learn an important lesson from Rabbi Menachem Mendel of Vitebsk.
Confronting Neo-Nazis at University of Oregon
by Rabbi Jack MelulWe fought back with singing and demonstrating our Jewish pride.
5 Remote Jewish Communities
by Dr. Yvette Alt MillerA majority of Jews live in Israel but millions of Jews remain scattered across the globe. Here are five little-known Jewish communities.
Jews and France: 11 Interesting Facts
by Dr. Yvette Alt MillerAs France heads to the polls, here are some fascinating points about Jews and France through the ages.
Auschwitz Violins and the Jewish State
by Valerie GreenfeldThose violins that found their way from Auschwitz to Israel give voice to the Jewish people’s hope for returning home.
The Jew who Financed the American Revolution
by Ronda RobinsonHaym Salomon’s financial risk-taking helped establish America.
Alaska Airlines and the Jews of Yemen
by Joe SpierDespite enormous danger, 28 Alaska Airlines pilots made some 380 flights and airlifted 48,818 refugees to Israel.
Tufts University’s Anti-Israel Resolution
by Dr. Jacob L. FreedmanAn open letter to the students of Tufts from one of its Assistant Professors.
Rabbi Beaten in the Ukraine Dies
by Dr. Yvette Alt MillerRabbi Mendel Deitsch worked tirelessly to rebuild Jewish life in Ukraine.
These Photos Were Not Approved by the Nazis
by Maayan MeirFive photos from Henryk Ross Lodz Ghetto Collection.
Passover: I’m in Love with the Taste of You
by aish.comAn epic Passover mashup celebrating freedom throughout history.
9 Facts about Jews and Egypt
by Dr. Yvette Alt MillerJews’ turbulent relationship with Egypt over thousands of years.
Why Are Jews a Small Nation?
by Chief Rabbi Warren GoldsteinGiven its tiny numbers, according to the normal laws of history, the Jewish people should have disappeared through persecution or assimilation.
Jewish Self Hatred
by Rabbi Benjamin BlechWhy are some Jews the worst enemies of the Jewish people?
Bagels: A Surprising Jewish History
by Dr. Yvette Alt MillerThe history of bagels gives a window to Jewish history and fortunes over the past 800 years.
In Memory of Adam Krief
by Rachel NutkiewiczDuring his arduous battle, he united the Jewish people through his life, and sadly through his death.
15 Reasons to be Proud of Israel
In celebration of Israel’s 70th birthday, here are 15 amazing reasons to be proud of the Jewish state.
Israel at 70: More than a Start-Up Nation
Israel's flag testifies to our miraculous, unfinished mission.
Israel and the Secret of 70
The number 70 was singled out for special attention in ways that make this Yom HaAtzmaut particularly meaningful.
Banning the Kippah
The Anne House employee isn’t the only person told not to wear his kippah at work.
Where Have All the Good Jewish Men Gone?
Fear of commitment is exacting a steep price from both men and women.
From Rose Bowl to Rashi: My Unique Journey to Judaism
The legendary all-star Rose Bowl running back makes his most sensational touchdown run as an Orthodox Jew.
Pat Quinn and Regaining the Power of Your Voice
Are we using our words as forces of healing or hurting?
Preventing Abuse at Summer Camp
Steps that parents should take to help their child have a safe and enjoyable summer.
What’s Really Wrong with the Insulting “Jewish Man’s Rebellion” Essay
Don’t minimize the inherent difficulties in inter-faith marriage.
6 Dating Mantras for the Marriage Minded
My favorite things to say to yourself to keep you focused, positive and grounded when dating.
Miracle of Israel #20 - Independence and War
For the first time in 2,000 years, the Jews regain sovereignty over their ancient homeland.
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Har Nof Rabbi Dies of Wounds
Remembering Rabbi Chaim (Howie) Yechiel Rothman who succumbed to the wounds he sustained during the Har Nof Massacre.
Mourning Dalia
One year ago Dalia Lemkus was murdered. It’s important to remember as many victims as we can.
Jtube: Grey's Anatomy: When Bad Things Happen
How did the rabbi address why bad things happen to good people?
Yom HaAtzmaut Traditions
This Israel Independence Day, shpritz people with white foam. In Israel, that’s just what we do.
A Soldier’s Gift: An Amazing True Story
One act of kindness has unintended life-altering consequences.
