Aliyah

Argentinian immigration to Israel surges, despite worldwide drop

'Trend toward aliyah is clear and accelerating.' As overall immigration to Israel plummets, number of Argentinian Jews making Aliyah soars.

South American immigrants arrive in Israel

Forty days after they were scheduled to fly, 137 South American immigrants finally land in Israel.

Time to sober up

This growing inability to know good from evil keeps increasing numbers of people from recognizing the threats looming before them. Op-ed

If you work from home why not do it from Israel?

The best-of-both-worlds can be found by finding creative ways to juggle the time difference and challenges while enjoying the benefits.Op-ed

Will the coronavirus interfere with making Aliyah?

The coronavirus should not interfere with Aliyah if the person is careful and informative from reliable sources.

How to move to Israel while working remotely for a US employer

'With so many people working from home, no one is even thinking about where you are,' says attorney who recently immigrated to Israel.

Post coronavirus fear-trauma and Aliyah

The effects of post-coronavirus fears on the current rate of Aliyah.

After the lockdown: Get ready for massive Aliyah

The "leisure time" spent during the lockdown in the Diaspora is best spent planning and preparing for inevitable Aliyah.

'The pandemic encourages Aliyah, but also inhibits it'

The coronavirus brings with it fear and a kind of darkness. As Jews, our light knows how to overcome this darkness as well

The United States is falling down

Former Hollywood producer, now a Jerusalemite and frequent Arutz Sheva columnist, sings about US Jewry's future. 'Sing Along' Op-ed.

The best Galus ever

Home is home, and if it isn't everything you want it to be, you need to be there to really change that. Opinion

Women from lost tribe of Menashe to make Aliyah from India

Five women from Bnei Menashe community in India to make aliyah Sunday, with 500 more to immigrate during 2021.

'That's why I wanted to immigrate to Israel so much'

Two women who immigrated to Israel from Baltimore and Philadelphia talk about their unique journey into Israeli society.

From the Ark to America

The Midrash sees the Flood as an allusion to Israel’s exile, and Noah’s leaving the Ark, as an allusion to Israel’s return to its Land.

The Christian side of the Abraham Accords?

Blog reveals 'long-promised route to Christian aliyah'.

'Three big ideas: Health care, immigration, energy'

'Stand For America' releases new video series on policy issues that 'matter most'.

Jewish Agency head: Immigration could get us out of this crisis

Every wave of immigration holds within it the potentialities of economic recovery and growth. This is a tremendous opportunity for Israel."

Whither American Modern Orthodoxy?

US Modern Orthodoxy failed to raise a young, involved generation, claims Queens Rabbi Yoel Shonfeld. Tzvi Fishman has the answer. Op-ed.

Jewish Agency: Dramatic rise in aliyah inquiry since COVID-19

President Rivlin visits Jewish Agency-run Hebrew-language school, where he receives report on immigration to Israel since coronavirus.

Operation Home: 1st charter flight from Mexico lands in Israel

First-of-its-kind charter flight from Mexico carrying 230 olim, Masa Israel Journey volunteers and Israelis returning home lands in Israel.

The gates are cloooosing fast

Diaspora Jews are burying their heads in the mudslide of Galut once again, and continuing on with their mass denial and fantasy lives.Op-ed.

It can’t happen here! Oh yes It can!

Better to be a refugee in the Jewish State, than a prince in the Midbar Ha'amim (Desert of the Nations). Be Jew-woke and move to Israel!

Watch: The Aliyah Song

Composed and Performed by Rabbi Benzion Klatzko Musical Arrangements by Yisroel Ament Video by Benzion Klatzko https://bring

78 future lone soldiers arrive on 2 group Aliyah flights

In total, 120 new Olim are expected to make Aliyah over next 48 hours, says Nefesh B'Nefesh.

So that's where aliyah fits in

Israel is not perfect. It has its successes and failures. Yes, there is room for improvement and that's where your Aliyah comes in. Op-ed.

Sorry, Caroline, you missed the mark on this one

There is something critical missing from your plan, Caroline, and that lack dooms it to failure. Opinion.

WZO announces plan to bring French Jews to Israel

World Zionist Organization vice-chairman Yaakov Hagoel states Israel must prepare for increase in aliyah caused by rising anti-Semitism.

'We won't be able to handle coming immigration wave'

Knesset committee warns that following spate of budget cuts, Israel won't be able to handle expected wave of immigration.

Jewish educator who made Aliyah: 'It was always on my mind'

Rabbi Berman, principal of a modern Orthodox school in Michigan, made Aliyah 2 days ago after '40 years of planning.'

Moving to Israel has never been easier - but don't wait

Coronavirus crisis, US protests and European instability. No need to look for reasons to immigrate to Israel.

Complex questions:

Is Aliyah for everyone?

Another riveting interview with author Tzvi Fishman: 'Either the Jewish State is a refuge for all Jews, or it isn’t.'

Nefesh B’Nefesh sees steep rise in Aliyah applications

1195 North Americans began Aliyah process in June 2020, three times the number of Aliyah applications which were opened in June of 2019.

Over 900 immigration applications in under a month

Israel immigration group Nefesh B’Nefesh reports highest number of applications since its founding.

Our Inheritance

One can inherit something and not use it, but in this case, Hashem commands us to possess the land in our hearts and then with our actions.

Israel readies for post-virus wave of Jewish immigration

Israel gears up for mass wave of immigration, fueled by coronavirus pandemic and economic downturn created by government lockdowns.

Coronavirus patient boards plane to Israel

New immigrant receives lab results confirming coronavirus from US lab - after arriving in Israel.

Watch: Rabbi Wallerstein calls on US Jews to make Aliyah

Rabbi Zecharia Wallerstein, founder of Ateres Naava Seminary in Brooklyn, says living in America is 'not for us' anymore.

51 immigrants arrive in Israel on group Nefesh B'Nefesh flight

51 Olim land at Ben Gurion Airport Tuesday morning amidst an unprecedented spike in Aliyah interest.

The prison parable and the goldene medina

The inmates were so comfortable in prison that they refused to leave when the walls came down. What is the parable telling us?

The Diaspora in crisis: Instead of preaching, embrace

Show genuine interest in welfare of our brothers across the sea. Offer attractive options for comfortably acculturating to life in Israel.

'American Jews need to feel we're there for them'

'Instead of focusing on getting them to come live here, we need to make it easier for them to stay,' rabbi says.

Immigration to Israel expected to double in 2020

Coronavirus pandemic likely to drive up number of people immigrating to Israel, with 50,000 expected to immigrate in 2020.

Waiting for you to come home

The Jews are only trustees for God. All the Jews. Even those who have yet to make Aliya, and come to receive their rightful inheritance.

What's First-Messiah or Aliya?

What's First - Messiah or Aliya? (Behar 2020)

This video discovers the answer to the centuries-old question: Will Redemption come miraculously or by natural means?

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Author explains Aliyah hard-sell in explosive interview

Prolific writer Tzvi Fishman talks to Arutz Sheva about his aggressive Aliyah initiative, Jewish leadership, and future plans.

The obligation to immigrate to Israel

Once, living in Israel involved existential and economic danger, so it was not obligatory, but nowadays the mitzvah obligates every Jew.

"It's a total miracle that I'm here'

New immigrant Ayelet Mintz, who arrived in Israel during the coronavirus epidemic, tells about her flight and unforgettable experience.

Aliyah interest surges 50% amid coronavirus pandemic

Aliyah Continues: 18 new immigrants arrive in Israel on Nefesh B’Nefesh group flight despite coronavirus closures.

What is G-d's Area Code?

What is G-d's Area Code? (Acharei Mot 2020)

Based on Ramban's commentary, Baruch Gordon proves that G-d is a local phone call from Israel.

Despite coronavirus: Jews from Ukraine will make Aliyah

Despite the restrictions on flights and the curfew, nine new olim from Ukraine will land in Israel on Monday morning.

Trump to suspend immigration to the US

Citing threat from coronavirus epidemic and job market woes, President Trump announces plans to temporarily freeze immigration to the US.

Dear Diaspora Rabbis

Haredi aliyah initiative releases first edition of new booklet

Eretz Chemdah releases first edition of perspectives, experiences, and tips from haredi English-speakers living in Eretz Yisrael.

Overcoming hurdles, 31 Brazilian Jews immigrate to Israel

After several canceled flights, 31 Brazilian Jews zigzag their way to new homes in Israel.

Living in Diaspora - Idolatry?

How is Living in the Diaspora Idolatry? (Vayakhel)

Baruch Gordon examines two rectifications of idolatry: Shabbat and the Land of Israel.

24 people make aliyah, go directly into quarantine

24 new olim arrive on Nefesh B'Nefesh flight despite coronavirus crisis, go straight into 2-week isolation.

We sure picked a great time to make aliyah - now

Making Aliyah during the coronavirus pandemic

These are uncertain times. The Jewish Agency for Israel is here to guide you through your Aliyah during the coronavirus pandemic.

Search and Rescue Unit Commander urges Diaspora Jews to Aliyah

Israel Dog Unit Commander Yekutiel Ben Yakov urges all Jews to come home to Israel now.

Letter from a confused Jew