Mizmor 19 of the State of Israel
Redemption is a process. One that is gradual and continuous. It has ups and downs.
Redemption is a process. One that is gradual and continuous. It has ups and downs.
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."
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.
Would you have chosen to be part of the Redemption from Egypt? A majority did not.
When does the miracle of redemption begin? You may be surprised at the answer.
Israel’s redemption is a combination of G-d’s decision and our actions - in the Exodus, the Mishkan, redemption from Babylon and today.
'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.
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.
It is impossible, at this stage of history, to determine how long the gates of redemption remain open. But open they still undoubtedly are.
A meeting of Congress opened with a prayer to God (He/She/It) and concluded with “Amen” and “A-women”. We really are strangers.
By showing empathy, despite their own suffering, the Israelites hastened their redemption. It can redeem us as well. Op-ed.
Which of the two models for Redemption is in the story of the Exodus? And which will be our story?
We cannot stop these events from happening. What we can do is follow the Torah's recipe for redemption. Opinion
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?
I feel tremendous hope in the air. Hold on tight for this year of Amazement. Opinion
Torah from Israel's first Ashkenazi Chief Rabbi and iconic leaader of Religious Zionism: 'Longing for home, the dove returns to its nest.'
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.
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.
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...
Ask yourself, "How can I live my most Jewish best?" Opinion.
There are things that are simply not abrogated at any price: Torah, loyalty, love, one's spouse, famly, and Eretz Yisrael.
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?