Mother’s Day Reminds Us of Protection and Comfort
Yael Eckstein “Ima, Ima, I’m scared.” That’s what my 11-year-old daughter said to me recently (using the Hebrew for “mother”),…
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This Mother’s Day, Remember the Mothers Fleeing a War Zone
Mothers are a special breed of human being. History is filled with stories of mothers who defied kings,…
The War in Ukraine Reminds Us the Founding of Israel Was Essential
Alla Oleshko, an 86-year-old Jewish woman living in Kharkiv, Ukraine, remembers when the bombs began to fall. The…
As a Jew, This Is the Reason Why I Celebrate Black History Month
Half a century ago, the Jewish community stood side by side with African Americans as they marched peacefully…
Don’t Skip This Important Part of Our Holiday Traditions
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We Need a Personal Trainer for Our Souls
Psalm 62:2 says, “Truly he is my rock and my salvation; he is my fortress, I will never…
What’s Your Name? And Why Does It Matter?
What is your name? If you are like most people, you probably have more than one name. You…
Why ‘YOLO’ Is a Biblical Principle
In Israel, after Passover, the school year is practically over. This is not only because summer is around…
Why Faith Is Your Calm in the Eye of Life’s Storms
My job should make it hard for me to be a good mom. I’m based in Israel and…
‘Watch Your Mouth’: The Power of Positive Speech
Occasionally, on Friday nights at our Shabbat meal, my family and I will play the following game. We…
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