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Lion as national symbol: How a Jewish myth became a cornerstone of Zionist identity

The myth of Bar Kokhba’s battle with a lion —born from 19th-century fiction—became a cornerstone of Zionist identity, illustrating how literature shaped national heroes and symbols to inspire pride and resilience

Haim Weiss | 07.13.25

Kippah and crossovers: US-born Haredi basketball player reflects on debut season in Israel

Ryan Turell—only ultra-Orthodox Jew in pro hoops—says he’s proud to wear his kippah on the court and off; he’s embracing his identity, standing up to antisemitism and dreaming of joining Israel’s national team

Yaniv Pohoryles | 07.09.25

Drawn to Judaism amid war, Israeli soldiers embrace conversion

IDF reservists cite spiritual awakening and wartime unity; conversions surge 50% since October 7 as soldiers link military service to deeper Jewish identity through military-backed programs

Shilo Freid | 06.01.25

Vanishing witnesses: Report warns time to document Holocaust testimonies running out

Only a fraction of Holocaust survivors will remain by 2040, new report says; Israel home to the largest survivor population with 110,000

Itamar Eichner | 04.22.25

Switching sides: Few Israelis leave Judaism, many shift within it

Pew survey finds 22% of Israeli Jews have shifted their religious identity within Judaism, mostly from religious or traditional to secular, while Haredim show the highest retention and stability; findings highlight the unusually strong grip of Jewish identity in Israel; US Jews see modest disaffiliation compared to Israel’s high retention

Ynetnews | 03.26.25

YouTuber Jake Paul stages 'bar mitzvah,' declares 'I am Jewish' in viral video

Influencer-turned-boxer stirs controversy with social media clip showing him reciting Jewish prayers, wearing tefillin and claiming Jewish ancestry; stunt draws mixed reactions, with some finding it humorous and others accusing him of mocking Judaism

Ynet | 02.10.25

איתי, לוחם צה"ל שנפצע וידו נקטעה, מקבל הסבר על המתקן

The patent that helps IDF amputees put on tefillin

ALYN Hospital and Sheba Medical Center develop device enabling amputees to put on tefillin independently, meeting halachic standards; already helping injured soldiers, innovation restores dignity and accessibility; 'It gave me back my independence,' says one user

Shilo Freid | 01.02.25

The earliest complete stone tablet of the 10 Commandments

World's oldest complete Ten Commandments tablet sold for over $5 million

The buyer, who chose to remain anonymous, plans to donate the artifact to an unnamed Israeli institution

Devo Klein, ILTV | 12.20.24

Two Jewish concepts that can enhance your Thanksgiving

The Jewish practice of gratitude aligns closely with the holiday spirit, emphasizing the power of specific and habitual expressions of thanks; recognizing blessings and routine kindness deepens relationships, fosters contentment and transforms the holiday into a meaningful spiritual experience

Rabbi Dov Ber Cohen | 11.27.24

The rise of 'born-again' Jews

Julie Platt on 'the surge' of Jews returning to their roots, showing up in numbers the American Jewish community hasn’t seen in years

Maayan Hoffman, ILTV | 11.15.24

התכנסות "אשא עיני" בירושלים, כחלק מטקס קבלת מתגיירים ומתגיירות לקהילת התנועה הרפורמית

Reform Jewish conversions up in Israel, data shows

Since the Supreme Court ruled that conversions conducted by Judaism's Reform movement in Israel would be recognized for citizenship, more people opt to take that route, especially after the Hamas massacre

Yogev Israeli | 10.29.24

'Some people think it is forbidden even to talk to those who think the opposite of them'

Dr. Tsuriel Rashi, a student of Israel Prize laureate Prof. Asa Kasher, co-authored a book on professional ethics in Judaism with him; despite Kasher's controversial remarks criticizing the government and settlers, Rashi remains firm, refusing to apologize for their collaboration

Itzchak Tessler | 09.07.24

Did October 7 change how we view faith and religion?

New study examines whether Israelis grew closer to religion following the shock of October 7 and the widescale military draft that followed, and is this a recurring phenomenon such as what we experienced after the Yom Kippur War

Dr. Hagar Lahav | 09.03.24

הפגנת משפחות חטופים ופעילים מול שגרירות ארה״ב בת"א

The Jewish nation is a relay race

Opinion: Survey shows social discord undermines deterrence against Hamas; discord stems from nation's disconnect from Judaism

Dr. Ruth Kabbesa Abramzon | 08.30.24

These are the laws, customs and times for the fast of Tisha B’Av

Other than fasting and mourning the loss of the Second Temple, Tisha B'Av has various other traditions in Jewish culture to help us remember the tragedy; This year, soldiers taking part in operational activity due to the war are prohibited from fasting | Watch live from the Western Wall throughout the day

Rabbi Yosef Tzvi Rimon | 08.12.24

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