A missing Jewish woman with dementia has been found alive after nine harrowing days — and it took a team of dedicated volunteers who flew across the country to bring her home. This is what klal Yisrael looks like.

We all want to share deep and thoughtful ideas at the Seder in order to enhance our Pesach experience. I hope this collection of Divrei Torah will aid you on your journey towards a meaningful and transformative Seder night. Why Do We Announce All the Steps of the Seder? Why do we begin the Seder by announcing all the steps of the Seder that we will complete? On no other chag do we announce the steps of the holiday ritual aloud before proceeding to perform them. On Sukkos, we

Book review by Lane Igoudin The Shochet: A Memoir of Jewish Life in Ukraine and Crimea by Pinkhes-Dov Goldenshteyn, translated by Michoel Rotenfeld Touro University Press, 918 pp., 2 volumes (2023; 2025) Shochet, the kosher slaughterer, was once a central figure in the shtetl. Most shtetlach dotting the Pale of Settlement of the Russian Empire were too small or too poor to support a rabbi, so slaughtering aside, the shoykhet, in Yiddish terms, would also be a khazn leading se

When my family made aliyah over two decades ago, we left behind in Bergenfield, NJ, a synagogue that played a central role in our religious and communal lives. We loved our shul, our rabbi, and the close-knit community that formed around it. Our greatest concern wasn’t employment or language. It was whether we could recreate the communal infrastructure that had shaped our family. With that in mind, we chose the Sheinfeld neighborhood in Beit Shemesh, drawn to Rabbi Avishai Da

Rabbi Shmuel Reichman As we encounter Purim, let us delve deeper into the unique spiritual and existential battle that the Jewish People must continue to wage against the philosophy of Amalek. Amalek first appeared on the scene when they attacked Klal Yisrael in the midbar, on their journey to Har Sinai. The most striking aspect of this attack was its timing. Hashem had just performed the makkos and split the Yam Suf for the Jewish People — acts that had worldwide reverberati

I tearfully removed my ring the day I realized my marriage was over. Putting it back on later felt different. Not like love. Like handcuffs. Technically married, emotionally imprisoned, and trapped between halacha, family pressure, and a system that insisted nothing was wrong yet.

Yoram walked out of a shiur on emunah, convinced it was unrealistic. Years later, in a foreign country, with a sword pressed against his neck by a mafia boss, those same words came rushing back: “Even if a sharp sword rests on your neck, never despair.” What followed was a rescue he could not explain — and a reminder that emunah often works beyond logic.

In 2026, every sidewalk can become a stage. What happened outside a Jewish institution in Pico-Robertson reflects a larger phenomenon: the rise of First Amendment audits, the economics of algorithm-driven outrage, and why composure—not confrontation—may be the most strategic response in an age where attention is currency.

Rage episodes are rarely about the moment itself. Beneath the explosion is usually a deeper wound: feeling unseen, worthless, overwhelmed, or emotionally trapped. Healing begins not with shame, but with learning to recognize the trigger before the fuse blows.

Just as Yosef powerfully declared 'I am Yosef' to reunite with his brothers, so too will Hashem one day say 'I am Hashem', two simple words that will reveal truth, bring clarity, and redeem the world. Speak wisely; your words carry immense power.

A joyful Hanukkah celebration by the sea turned deadly when gunmen opened fire, killing 15 and wounding dozens. In the chaos, a courageous Muslim bystander, Ahmed Al Ahmed, confronted an attacker and likely saved lives. His bravery proved that hate is the enemy of all decent people. This tragedy demands moral clarity and decisive action,because unchallenged hatred becomes deadly.

Vayigash marks the moment where avoidance ends and ownership begins. Judah steps forward and offers himself in Benjamin’s place… He stands present, grounded, and accountable. That posture creates safety, and safety allows truth to emerge. Only then does Joseph reveal himself.

Rav Eli posted a lighthearted and joyful video entitled: ‘This is How We Fight Antisemitism.’ He filmed himself affixing a menorah to the roof of his car, dancing with joy in the street… We must strengthen our faith, proclaiming it loudly and clearly, and continue to do more mitzvot and good deeds to add more light to our world.

Parshat Vayigash teaches reconciliation through stepping forward with vulnerability, like Yehuda approaching Yosef; listening with compassion; and committing to ongoing effort to mend familial bonds severed by emotional cutoff.

Desire gaps cause deep loneliness in long-term relationships. Common mistakes that kill desire: 1.Gifts/compliments with hidden expectations (= "loans") 2.Searching for magic pills/extracts 3.Forcing arousal without reducing stress 4.Threatening abandonment/divorce 5."Men/women need…" lectures (triggers parental mode) 6."It's your duty/halacha/Kesuba" pressure 7.Blaming childhood instead of fixing current patterns

Arais Machane Yehuda LA brings authentic Israeli alley vibes to the Valley with mouthwatering arais, shawarma, and salads. Founded by Izhak and Omer, inspired by Jerusalem's market, it scores 92/100 for genuine flavors and cozy atmosphere. Perfect for dates or events!

After enduring isolation and a smear campaign meant to label her an “Isha Moredes” and minimize her divorce settlement, the author finds her voice and strength. She resolves to file for a Get on her own terms, submitting her application to the LA Beth Din despite poor response from the RCC.

VIDA Hadera, a rare beachfront project in transforming Hadera, nears foundation completion with stunning sea views and Anglo-friendly amenities: Shabbat elevators, private shul, infinity pool, and communal sukkah. Starting at $670K USD, it’s a secure, meaningful investment for families feeling the pull toward Israel.

The horrific antisemitic shooting at a Chanukah event in Bondi Beach highlights that anti-Zionism and antisemitism are inseparable. Yet aliyah, immigration to Israel, remains largely absent from the conversation. It’s time to seriously discuss moving to Israel as a real option for Jews facing rising danger.

KKL-JNF spreads Hanukkah joy worldwide with 400 festive bundles, menorahs, dreidels, decorations, and giant dreidels, delivered to diaspora communities. Amid rising antisemitism, these gifts bring light, hope, and connection to Israel, celebrating Jewish resilience and unity.