Judaism

The first word in the Torah that begins with the letter Tav is 'Tohu,' describing the formative chaos pre-creation. It symbolizes the absence of boundaries.

In Hebrew mysticism, the letter Shin represents transformation, contrasting with Reish, which symbolizes fundamental material form. These insights delve into profound changes while maintaining core essence.

Aviv Bachar recently released his sixth album. In an exclusive interview, he talks about the challenges that fueled his music, albums that never saw the light, his internal battle between authenticity and commercial success, and the light he found in the secrets of the Torah.

Discover how Shoshana Bechar left Paris for Israel, found her connection to Judaism, and experienced a life-changing journey during a time of war.

For generations, Greeks and Persians were locked in a fierce war—until one young man tipped the scales and altered the world's course. Meet Alexander.

Anan's followers faced a paradox that threatened the Karaite sect: If they rejected the authority of traditional sages, then Karaite scholars had no authority either, raising questions about adherence.

Bishop Agobard's loss intensified his animosity toward Jews, leading him to press royal officials to oppress Jewish rights.

Bodo pondered: Could it be the Jews, the originators of Christianity, who are actually correct? While in the Frankish king's court, a Jewish book, now lost to history, fell into his hands and seemingly influenced him to explore Judaism.

In the 19th century, as secularism took hold in Europe, some Jewish communities sought refuge in the spiritual sanctity of the Holy Land.

A French man deeply desired to convert to Judaism, guided and mentored by a rabbi who ultimately saw a different purpose for him. This rabbinical guidance, combined with the role he embraced, transformed the life of this man, Aime Palliere, into one of the intriguing spiritual adventures of the 20th century.

Once living in Turkey as part of a wealthy Muslim family, Leah Gul's life took a turn she never expected. Now, she shares her incredible story.

Discover how musician Ariel Zilber's first Elul after embracing faith transformed his life, who he most recently asked for forgiveness, and which prayer moves him during the High Holy Days.

Although the Torah does not detail how Abraham achieved victory over the four kings, many ancient cultures preserved varied memories of him. Abraham was revered by all peoples in the region long before Christianity and Islam emerged.

Imagine a solitary, anonymous figure in the wilderness with a flock of sheep, a centenarian with no children, promised that he and his yet-to-exist descendants would inherit a land claimed by many nations. It's unbelievable.

Herod's reign of terror, enforced through a secret police and foreign mercenaries, silenced dissent among Jews except for a few who resisted quietly. This silence, particularly among scholars like Hillel and Shammai, left Herod no excuse to target them.

Defying the prevailing Christian Byzantine disdain for Jews, the Empress Eudocia showed respect and kindness. A Jewish delegation requested her to overturn the Roman-imposed ban on entering Jerusalem, and she graciously agreed.

Abraham Abulafia was determined to uncover the fate of a fierce warrior tribe, hoping to reunite the Ten Lost Tribes and bring forth redemption.

The Rabbi warned of the consequences he'd face if he questioned Christianity, where even questioning it could be a death sentence. How did this debate unfold with such high stakes?

Influencer Anael Shmueli shares her mother's conversion to Judaism story, reminding us to cherish our Jewish identity, often taken for granted.

While many are familiar with the "Lenin Volga-Don Canal" in Russia, few realize it's the backdrop of a captivating historical connection between East and West that led to the conversion of the enigmatic Khazar kingdom to Judaism.