Many people now contemplate this question as several stories emerge of self-sacrifice to save others in the current Israel-Hamas war. For example, on the first day of the war, six surviving friends had told how Cpl. Matan Abergil saved their lives by…
In Hamas’ terror attack on October 7, 2023, the group did not just kill innocent Israeli civilians, they also made videos of their murders showing pride in their actions. One of my students asked me about this: How could…
Beneath the surface reasons for Israel’s intelligence failure on October 7, 2023, lies a larger collective failure of the people of Israel letting negative attitudes divide them leading up to the tragic events. The people of Israel’s strength depends on…
We, the people of Israel, are far from being united. Leading up to the tragic events on October 7, we seemed like anything but one nation. We made little effort to draw closer to one another, and we disregarded our…
Rising Global Antisemitism: A Dark Reality Despite Mainstream Support for Israel Despite mainstream global support for Israel following the tragic events of October 7, there has also been inescapable looming antisemitic sentiment, crimes and threats around the world. These include: Spikes in…
The international support that Israel is receiving in this terrible war, including aircraft carriers from the Americans as deterrence and backup, provides Israelis with a sense of reinforcement and protection. However, we must not forget that no amount of preparation…
A Plea from a Broken Heart The heart of the people of Israel still aches from the tragic events of October 7, 2023. It is a pain felt deep within, permeating the very air they breathe. As the Kabbalist Menachem…
Unifying Israel: A Call to Action for a Better Future The world has again turned its attention toward the tiny Jewish state. Celebrities, journalists and world leaders are among a legion of people expressing their sympathy and standing by Israel’s…
Following one of the most tragic attacks on the people of Israel, who is no stranger to hostilities, today millions of Israelis are showering their soldiers with supplies, gifts and support. People from all walks of life give of themselves,…
First, we should reflect deeply upon the painful divide that has festered among us, causing the devastating toll of hundreds of lives lost and thousands wounded. We need to yearn for a major change and wholeheartedly unite as one. Only…
In an abrupt and unsettling turn of events, the specter of war has descended upon Israel. From the morning hours, Israelis find themselves glued to a web of information sources, receiving constant news updates, and sharing their thoughts with family,…
The purpose of creation is to elevate a person internally from the animate level of existence, which is called the “level of beast,” to the level of the human being, which is one of similarity with the Creator, the upper…