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Proud to be a Jew

Embracing Faith and Unity in challenging times.

Being Jewish in Australia - then and now

The mindset of the Australian public, particularly the young and vulnerable is being swayed by propaganda against Israel and the Jews all over the world. Jews there are in a quandary. Op-ed.

Reflections on Jewish wars

Israel has no choice but to win the war and crush its enemies. In order to do these things, it needs to define and clearly communicate its goals. Opinion.

The enemy combatant Jew

Antizionism is an ugly game, but it pays well, start your own NGO and you too can live in Beverly Hills. Opinion.

Cracking open the Jewish Code

Parts Vand VI. Links to previous parts are below.

Cracking open the Jewish Code

An essay on the foundations of Judaism in six parts. This is Part III - links to parts I and II below.

Cracking open the Jewish Code. Part I

An essay on the foundations of Judaism in six parts.

Jewish Influencers get a lesson

Our Jewish organizations have been a disappointment and use influencers to convince donors they are doing something. Op-ed.

Disgraceful and disgusting: Jewish woke moralizerrs

"Some have always preferred dead Jews to living Jews.” When they come knocking at the door for him, our Oscar winnning self hating Jew can show them his trophy. Opinion.

Important themes of Rav Yitzchok Hutner's teachings

Part 2: Stages and Patterns of World and Jewish History

Jewish political homelessness post-October 7th

Emmy-Award-winning actor Yuval David describes how Jews have been made to feel marginalized in the spaces they identified with before October 7. Op-ed.

Yechiel Jacobs: Illuminating Truth Through Laughter

In a world inundated with misinformation and skewed narratives, comedians often emerge as unexpected heroes

In a naive world

Hopefully, naivety will be a casualty of the Hamas War.  Children in a playground can be naive - but our world is no playground.  Op-ed.

Another open letter to Candace Owens from a Jewish fan

There is a tsunami of disinformation about Israel peddled by establishment news sources worldwide but you can find the truth. Op-ed.

My heart is in the East, but I am in London

Everything is intertwined. I'm here, an Israeli, a mother, reservist's wife, communal worker trying to provide assistance - a Jewish woman.

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Jewish communities around world gather in support of Israel

Over 50 Federations in the US and Canada gather to bear witness to demonstrate their broad-based support for the Jewish state here at home.

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Jewish Comedian Modi Talks ‘Mashiach’ Energy

Modi Rosenfeld is currently visiting Israel and holding performances over Sukkot commemorating terror victims

INTO THE FRAY:

Distorting the Declaration

Israel's Dec. of Independence focuses om Jewish sovereignty and independence in the ancestral Jewish homeland, not liberal democratcy. Op-ed

The Fall of the Last Jewish Village in Gush Katif

Arutz Sheva TV documented the sights and sounds of the destruction of this once flourishing town and the expulsion of the Jews living there.

Netflix series brings Orthodox Jewish matchmaking to the masses

In ‘Jewish Matchmaking,’ a diverse set of Jews experience Orthodox dating practices.

How a Catholic university amassed Bronx Jewish artifacts

A Catholic university may be the unlikeliest place for what may be the largest depository dedicated to the Jewish history of the Bronx.

Jewish interest in active shooter training soars after attacks

Following synagogue shootings, standoff at Texas synagogue, and shooting in Jewish suburb, interest in active shooter training soars.

What should be said in a eulogy?

Insights into a Jewish rite of passage and more..

Glory or weakness?

In the end, at times of crisis, there are no allies for the Jew. The world is unmoved by Ayatollah threats to destroy Israel. Opinion.

The conversion challenge

The consequences of the conversion reforms, if passed, will be dire and it is not just the split that will occur in the Jewish world. Op-ed.

Op-Ed

The most important conversation the Jewish world needs to have

Shared peoplehood does not negate the particular compact of citizenship between Israel’s government and its citizens alone. Op-ed.

This Is Almost Impossible. Imagine Doing It NINE TIMES

To some, Dovid Shlezinger may seem like your average middle-aged Jewish father. Those who know him, however, know he’s done the impossible.

The case for engaging with anti-Semitic ideas

The conventional approach of Jewish organizations to tackling antisemitism has created a counter-cultural movement.Op-ed

From secular to 'Orthodoxed'

Ahead of new docu-series on his return to tradition, Canadian Jew describes his journey from a life of crime to Orthodox Judaism.

Flight attendant reminds passengers to count Sfirat HaOmer

Video of Jet Blue flight attendant goes viral after she reminds Jewish passengers to count Sefirat HaOmer.

How one man saved the world’s Yiddish literature from being lost

Stories, places and events that shaped the Jewish world.

In The Jewish World, Word Travels Fast

Unfortunately, health insurance will not cover it. So Shira and her parents took matters into their own hands.

Flatbush baby suffers brain injury after being shaken by nanny

A live-in nanny in Flatbush has been arrested and charged after shaking a Jewish baby hard enough to cause cranial bleeding.

Watch: UAE Jewish community's prayer for peace

Jewish community of the United Arab Emirates releases video with prayer for the rulers of the UAE, its military and peace.

She got engaged - but no one was happy

Sara Chadad is not a 'regular kallah.'

Happy Purim! Send us your Purim costume pictures!

Join Arutz Sheva readers from Israel and abroad and share your colourful celebration of this special holiday

Watch: The New Yorker who sings out loud: 'I am Israel'

Musician Gershon Veroba tells Arutz Sheva how he is an Israeli despite coming from New York. 'We are the children of Israel.'

Mayor of London reads letter written by Holocaust survivor

Zigi Shipper, a young boy during the Holocaust, survived the Lodz ghetto and has a message for world.

Arutz Sheva readers share their Hannukah videos

Arutz Sheva readers from around the world answered our challenge and sent their Hanukkah videos. Here are our favorites.

Should Israel battle assimilation, and how?

Arutz Sheva invites readers worldwide to share thoughts and insights regarding one of the main challenges of the Jewish nation today.

Jerusalem Celebrates Purim

Watch celebrations of Purim in Jerusalem’s Merkaz Harav yeshiva.

Thursday is Fast of Esther

Jews mark anniversary of Queen Esther’s appeal against annihilation.

Unique Gathering Gives Hope to Jewish Women who Fled Arab Abuse

Dozens of Jewish women who fled abusive relationships with Arab partners gather for Sabbath of relaxation, mutual support.

Grandmother of Poisoned Children: Pray for Them

Grandmother of children poisoned by pesticide urges prayers, good deeds in their merit. ‘Everyone can do something.’

Zionist Rabbi: Enlisting Women Dangerous, Immoral

Rabbi Yaakov Ariel says forcing women to enlist in the IDF is immoral. ‘Women should not be subordinate.’

From Alaska to the IDF, With Love

Six years later, mother’s ‘Chicks with Sticks’ program still delivers hundreds of warm hats to IDF soldiers facing the winter cold.

Concern in Israel Over ‘Sadistic’ Jewish Cult in Canada

Investigation into two ‘Lev Tahor’ families in Canada leads to renewed calls for action in Israel. MK: It’s a sadistic cult.

Rabbi: Chelsea Clinton’s Child – Jewish?

Rabbi David Stav argues that giving orthodox Jewish tradition a monopoly is better than the alternative.

'Historic' Summit Promotes Joint Israel-Diaspora Initiatives

Strategic planning summit aims to strengthen Jewish identity by bolstering ties between the Jewish state and Diaspora.

Thousands Make Their Way to Hevron

Jews pouring into ‘City of the Patriarchs’ for annual Sabbath event.

Campaign Tells Jews: Visit the Temple Mount!

A new campaign aims to encourage Jews to visit the Temple Mount.

What Rabbi Yosef Left Behind

A neighbor of Rabbi Ovadia Yosef shares what gives him comfort. Mourners continue to flock to home, gravesite.

Chief Rabbi: No to Bothersome Airplane Prayers

Chief Rabbi Yitzchak Yosef warns against causing a nuisance with Jewish prayers on airplanes.

Thousands Gather for Biblical Prayer at Tabernacle Site

Thousands of girls and women gather to pray where the Tabernacle once stood.

Orthodox Jewish Youth Pray for Syria

Israeli youth in the Bnei Akiva program pray for an end to the killing of innocent Syrian civilians.

Aish Hatorah in New Rosh Hashanah Music Video

Jerusalem yeshiva releases new music video with holiday meaning, breakdancing.

One Jew in a Million

Brazilian convert describes his journey to Judaism, his friends’ reactions, and his experience as the only Jew in a city of one million.

Chabad Emissary Shot in Russia Lands in Israel

Jewish groups work quickly to bring seriously wounded Chabad rabbi to Israel.

Jews, America, and Independence Day

Rabbi who went from Latvia to New York talks about the Jewish contribution to America.

Israel's Values Are its Strength, Says Rabbi Shmuley Boteach

Rabbi Shmuley Boteach suggests a new Israeli reaction to world criticism – take pride in Jewish values.