Breaking Free from Aḥashverosh
byThe objective shouldn’t have been greater proximity to power – to replace Haman with Mordekhai as prime minister – but rather the dismantling of an unjust system and a mass return to Jerusalem.
Scapegoating Otzma Yehudit
byScapegoating kahanists prevents us from dealing with some very real problems in Israeli society – namely how we as a collective relate to Palestinians.
Yom Nikanor
byThe 13th of Adar was once a Hebrew festival marking the date Yehuda Maccabi defeated the Seleucid-Greek General Nikanor at Adasa.
The Story of Yosef Trumpeldor
byThe 11th of Adar marks the date Yosef Trumpeldor fell in battle. We invite you to enjoy this 2012 recorded class focused on his life, deeds and legacy.
Purim
byMordekhai rejected the notion that Israel was weak and recognized his people’s true inner potential.
Omar, Emanuel, Pollard & Dual Loyalty
byIn his effort to prove the loyalty of the American Jewish community, Rahm Emanuel went so far as to show that he has personally placed Washington’s interests above those of the Jewish people.
Moshe & the 7th of Adar – A Spotlight on Divine Ḥesed
byMoshe, having lived 120 years to the date of his birth, completed his role as Israel’s national leader, judge, leading prophet & even high priest.
Let’s Go Beyond Withholding Taxes
byWithholding funds might punish the Palestinian Authority but it’s a mere slap on the wrist.
Parshat Vayikra
byKorbanot in Jerusalem produce a spiritual ripple effect that adds incredible blessing to the world – curing diseases, alleviating suffering & influencing random acts of kindness across the globe.
East by Eden
byI looked into my mirror last night and saw a snake. Its head was shaped like an arrow, with gleaming eyes set like polished…
The Story of Natan Yellin-Mor
byUnder Gera’s leadership, Leḥi developed a political outlook that applied revolutionary principles to the Jewish people and its struggle for liberation.
Where we Were & Where We’re Going
byCan a post-Zionist Jewish liberation movement successfully address the grievances and aspirations of both Jews and Palestinians?