Israel’s Diaspora Minister Tours Kfar Chabad Etrog Orchard, Honey Factory Ahead of Sukkot
During the visit, Chikli toured the etrog orchard of the Gorlik family, discovering the secrets of growing the unique fruit for Sukkot.
When Lincoln Borrowed a Philadelphia Rabbi’s Tammuz 17 Reference for the Gettysburg Address
In 1863, the day of Shabbat, July 4, Independence Day, fell on the first day of the three weeks, Tammuz 17, but because it was Shabbat, as is the case this year, 2019, the fast was pushed off to Sunday.
In Time for Shavuot: Israel’s National Library Reveals Invaluable Torah Scrolls
Due to their exceedingly delicate state, the Torah scrolls were only brought out for a few minutes to be filmed.
Police Arrest 4 Jews Planning to Sacrifice Passover Offering on Temple Mount
Hamas and the Israeli Police are against Jews sacrificing the Pascal sacrifice.
Careful Giving Matzah to Children: Passover Health & Safety Tips from United Hatzalah
Those who are sleeping in tents, make sure not to pitch a tent close to any highways or roadways.
Global Pesach: Jewish Agency Offers Seders in Ukraine & Ethiopia
The organization will hold several festive ceremonies around the world.
It’s Free: Download Some of History’s Most Exquisite Haggadot
Israel’s National Library offering free, downloadable treasures, including 15th century Rothschild Haggadah, 1556 printed Prague Haggadah, 18th century Amsterdam Haggadah.
Nefesh B’Nefesh Hosts 250 Lone Soldiers at Thanksgiving Dinner
These Thanksgiving dinners are part of Nefesh B’Nefesh’s return to in-person events, helping Olim acclimate.
JNF Photo Archive Reveals 120 Years of Jewish Holidays in Israel
By 2007, KKl-JNF owned 13% of the total land in Israel.
9 B’Av Fast Starts Shabbat at Dusk, Ends Sunday Night, Keep It Meaningful
On Av 10, 5765 the Ariel Sharon government uprooted thousands of Jews from the Gaza Strip.
Purim Miracle: United Hatzalah EMTs Pulled from a Seudah to Save a Life
"I feel so overjoyed at having saved this man’s life on Purim. It felt to me like I had won the lottery.”
One of the World’s Oldest Megillat Esthers Comes Home
According to experts, there are very few extant Esther scrolls from the medieval period in general, and from the fifteenth century in particular.
The Most Important Tu B’Shvat in 7 Years
99% of the people reading this article may not realize the incredible importance of this year’s Tu B’Shvat.
Herzliya Celebrates Chanukah with Stunning Light Show on the Marina
Herzliya Mayor Moshe Fadlon deserves a bunch of kudos for his municipality's all-out Chanukah celebrations.
Jerusalem Day at the Kotel [Photo Essay]
Jerusalem Day began at sundown on Thursday, celebrating the liberation and reunification of Israel's eternal capital.
President Rivlin Hosts Diplomatic Corps in Festive Reception Honoring Rosh Hashanah
12-year-old Roi Mori, who has perfect pitch and is diagnosed on the autistic spectrum, played two of his compositions on the piano during the event.
When Lincoln Borrowed a Philadelphia Rabbi’s Tammuz 17 Reference for the Gettysburg Address
In 1863, the day of Shabbat, July 4, Independence Day, fell on the first day of the three weeks, Tammuz 17, but because it was Shabbat, as is the case this year, 2019, the fast was pushed off to Sunday.
Hakafot Shniyot in Memory of Ari Fuld
Dancing and singing in Efrat in memory of Ari Fuld.
A First: Sukkah at UK Foreign Office in London
The sukkah was erected by a group of foreign office employees from various departments and diverse backgrounds, which is dedicated to promoting religion and faith.
Arab Media: ‘500 Settlers Storm the Al-Aqsa Mosque’
In Arab Newspeak, every Jew is a settler and every Jew who visits the Temple Mount is, in fact, storming the Al-Aqsa mosque.
Israel’s Love Stats in Wake of Tu B’Av
The crude marriage rate was 6.2 for every 1,000 Israelis, which is among the highest in the OECD countries.
IDF’s Commando Rabbi Wasn’t Joking about Rebuilding the Temple
Captain Rabbi Avrumi Levin: In case the Temple is rebuilt, consider this [Tisha B'Av] document null and void.
Welcome to Jerusalem Ground Zero Week, Get Your Helmets This Way
Tens of thousands of Jews are expected to participate in various events in honor of Jerusalem Day on Sunday, marking the 51st anniversary of the liberation and unification of the city.
Extreme Tourism: Come Watch Pascal Sacrifice on Mount Gerizim, Slaughtered Lambs and All
The signal is given the lambs are slaughtered and the process of preparing them to be roasted whole begins.
Survey: Most Haredim Don’t Recognize Israel’s Day of Independence, Holocaust Day
Only about 15-17% of Haredim ages 18-44 celebrate Independence Day in a festive manner.
Comprehensive List: Jerusalem’s Independence Day Celebrations April 18-20
This year marks the 70th anniversary of Israel's independence and the 50th anniversary of the Unification of Jerusalem. To celebrate both occasions, a variety of events will take place throughout the city from April 18 to 19, free of charge.
It’s 7:40 PM – Do You Know Whose Mimouna You’re Going To?
Some believe that this day is opportune for earning a living and finding a mate.
New Website Will Get You a Mimouna Invite Even If You Don’t Know Any...
The Dawara Project was established in recognition of all the women and men who open their hearts and their homes, to house and to feed.
Holiday Happening Celebrates Hilltop Youth, their Parents
Hundreds of guests arrived at the Kumi Uri hill near Yitzhar in Samaria for a festive celebration of the Hilltop Youths.
Cairo Genizah Project Reveals 11th Century Passover Haggadah
The Cairo Genizah International Project of the Haifa, Oxford, Princeton and Pennsylvania universities presents one of the ancient haggadahs discovered so far, opening a window to Medieval Passover customs.