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Israel

Staying Connected with Our Loved Ones Even When we Disagree 

Rabbi Toby H. Manewith
Rachel Margolis, RJE
Hamas’ brutal attack on Israel on October 7th and Israel’s ongoing response has stirred emotions both within and outside the Jewish community. Over the next weeks, as family and friends gather for holiday celebrations, there may be differences of opinion. Here are a few tips from Jewish sources to help maintain loving relationships while disagreeing.
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Experiencing Israel

The Top 8 Israeli Summer Treats

Ellie Rudee
It's the height of summer in Israel. On a blistering summer day like today, there's nothing better than enjoying a refreshing treat to cool you down. Here are some of my all-time favorite Israeli popsicles, drinks, and treats.
An image of Meir Shalev, a great novelist, masterful Hebraist, author of dozens of children's books, a symbol of the State of Israel and a combat soldier in the War of Attrition (1967-1970) and the Six-Day War in 1967.
Israel

Israel at 75: Forging the Path Together

Rabbi Josh Weinberg
In November 2006, I set out with a pack on my back to walk the Land. I knew that before I enlisted in the Israel Defense Forces, I wanted a more intimate relationship with the country that I had made my home.
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Israel

Celebrating the Trailblazing Mothers of Zionism

Crystal Hill
Ellie Rudee
While many are acquainted with the "fathers" of modern Zionism (Theodore Herzl, Leon Pinsker, David Ben Gurion, and others) early women Zionists have been largely overlooked. Their contributions to Zionism and Jewish kibbutzim were vital to establishing the state of Israel. It's time that their work was celebrated and recognized.