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News and updates about Redemption

Mizmor 19 of the State of Israel

Redemption is a process. One that is gradual and continuous. It has ups and downs.

Mizmor 19 of the State of Israel

Guide to a chosen and perplexed people

Review of “Faith and Redemption,” by Rabbi Meir Kahane who wrote: "This is the worst of all periods when we could be making it the best."

Guide to a chosen and perplexed people

Shir Hama’alot and the sanctity of Eretz Yisrael

We walk in tears, but “our mouths will fill with laughter”- at the time of redemption, the joy hidden within Am Yisrael will burst forth.

Shir Hama’alot and the sanctity of Eretz Yisrael

Seventh day of Pesach: Which group are you part of?

Would you have chosen to be part of the Redemption from Egypt? A majority did not.

Seventh day of Pesach:  Which group are you part of?

A Seder thought from Rav Shimon Schwab

When does the miracle of redemption begin? You may be surprised at the answer.

A Seder thought from Rav Shimon Schwab

Vayikra: A new Book, a new month, a new year, a new era

Israel’s redemption is a combination of G-d’s decision and our actions - in the Exodus, the Mishkan, redemption from Babylon and today.

Vayikra: A new Book, a new month, a new year, a new era

Heavenly Eretz Yisrael

'May our eyes see Your return to Zion'- may G-d open our eyes to be conscious of and see the stages of the return to Zion and Jerusalem.

Heavenly Eretz Yisrael

How many times will Amalek be defeated before the Redemption?

I would like to try my hand at predicting the signs of the Redemption and its time frame and in doing so, uncover the intentions of Chazal.

How many times will Amalek be defeated before the Redemption?

We few, we happy few, we band of brothers

It is impossible, at this stage of history, to determine how long the gates of redemption remain open. But open they still undoubtedly are.

We few, we happy few, we band of brothers

Strangers in a strange land

A meeting of Congress opened with a prayer to God (He/She/It) and concluded with “Amen” and “A-women”. We really are strangers.

Strangers in a strange land

Do we feel the pain of our brethren?

By showing empathy, despite their own suffering, the Israelites hastened their redemption. It can redeem us as well. Op-ed.

Do we feel the pain of our brethren?

Choosing the Geula model

Which of the two models for Redemption is in the story of the Exodus? And which will be our story?

Choosing the Geula model

Pharaoh's Playbook and the Path to Redemption

We cannot stop these events from happening. What we can do is follow the Torah's recipe for redemption. Opinion

Pharaoh's Playbook and the Path to Redemption

Halakhic question: When should Biden's grandson be 'redeemed'?

Hunter Biden's Jewish wife recently gave birth to a son. Should he have a pidyon haben now, or redeem himself at his bar mitzvah?

Halakhic question: When should Biden's grandson be 'redeemed'?

Invisible roof

I feel tremendous hope in the air. Hold on tight for this year of Amazement. Opinion

Invisible roof

Like doves flying home

Torah from Israel's first Ashkenazi Chief Rabbi and iconic leaader of Religious Zionism: 'Longing for home, the dove returns to its nest.'

Like doves flying home

The final Shabbat of the year: Hastening the Redemption

A profound Midrashic insight based on Isaiah's words in this week's Haftara, the last of the 'Seven of Consolation' on the Return to Zion.

The final Shabbat of the year: Hastening the Redemption

Haftorahs of consolation: “Sing and be joyful O barren woman”

For people who don’t like the way the Redemption has been playing out over the last few generations, here is a suggestion: Read the Rambam.

Haftorahs of consolation: “Sing and be joyful O barren woman”

On his 85th yahrzeit: Rabbi Kook – the Harbinger of Redemption

Rabbi Kook told World Jewry: Escape with your lives and come to Israel. G-d’s voice beckons us. Do not tarry with practical arrangements...

On his 85th yahrzeit: Rabbi Kook – the Harbinger of Redemption

50 ways to leave America

Ask yourself, "How can I live my most Jewish best?" Opinion.

50 ways to leave America

Beloved land, we will not betray you

There are things that are simply not abrogated at any price: Torah, loyalty, love, one's spouse, famly, and Eretz Yisrael.

Beloved land, we will not betray you

Pandemic, the preparation for Geula

Does He not seem to be hiding His face from us when, all of a sudden, in one blow, we have lost so many holy and righteous individuals?

Pandemic, the preparation for Geula