Religion

When religion Is based on lies, it becomes meaningless

Better an ugly truth than a beautiful lie.

Are we a religion of NO?

If G-d is your destination, you won’t take a route that leads you elsewhere.

Recognize the role of Religion and Race in politics

In reality, religious identity is a core part of the leadership of the so-called ‘liberals,’ not just the conservatives. Opinion.

Rabbi Hirsch on the parsha: Religion isn’t a game

Pharaoh didn’t take Moshe seriously because he didn’t take his own religion seriously.

Secularism will not survive the demographic change in France

In reality it is a question of the invasion of one civilization into the territory of another, transformigthe face of its culture.Op-ed.

Sacred destruction and search for lost Gods

What does a post-civilization look like? Op-ed.

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Antisemitism is a religion

To convert, all one needs is exposure to the virulent indoctrination on the web for a few months. Op-ed.

The Religion and Law Wars endanger us

A long line of cases have left it to the court to decide matters that are essentially social-ideological. This is harmful to the state.Op-ed

More on Israel Outreach

Not everyone understands whether Jews are a race, a religion, a nation- .or all three. Op-ed.

G-d's Day - a wale up call

Let's cut across organized religious, divisive racial and government lines and declare a day dedicated to G-d.

Mosques flourishing, French churches up for sale

Europe's empty churches are now hotels or empty lots not far from where shuls were once burned to the ground. And mosques flourish. Op-ed.

Religious right and religious wrong

How can we discern whether our religious intentions are pure?

Goodness has failed us

Suicidal Christianity turns British cathedrals into golf courses

New study shows religious upbringing linked to happiness

New study shows religious upbringing raises life satisfaction, lowers risk of substance abuse and STDs.

Muslim woman wins Swedish 'handshake case'

Swedish court rules company discriminated against Muslim woman who refused to shake hands with male interviewer.

Study: Younger Jews not less religious than their elders

Study finds younger Jews are just as religious as older Jews - and Israel is the least religious country in the Middle East.

Most US Jews believe in G-d, but don’t think G-d judges them

Poll finds most US Jews believe in 'some higher power' rather than the Biblical G-d.

Most Israelis read Haggadah, keep kosher for Passover

Majority of Israeli Jews read the ‘entire’ Haggadah at seder, survey finds.

Study: Most people assume serial murderers are atheists

Across the world, atheists are assumed to be more immoral than religious people - even if the person judging is an atheist himself.

Jews with most education are least religious, study finds

Study finds only about a quarter of US Jews who have graduated from college believe in G-d and say religion is important to them.

Beauty Queen returns to Torah observance

'Smile, you are children of the King of Kings, the Holy One. Blessed is He Who made me a woman, Happy Woman's Day.'

Is the media really hostile to religion?

Ariel University study reveals surprising data and shows how the media really reflects society.

Facebook founder: Religion is very important

Mark Zuckerberg says he's not an atheist, believes religion is 'very important'.

Haaretz attacks on Rabbi Ovadia Yosef stir controversy

Shas chairman blasts left-wing newspaper over 'disgraceful' portrayal of late rabbinic leader.

Pope, religious leaders meet for peace talks

Pope holds, 'World Day of Prayer,' speaks of peace with religious leaders of all faiths, and says that Islam is not terrorism.

Can being religious make you healthier?

Research finds link between attending religious services and a lower risk of death from all causes.

Muslim Population Projected to Catch Up to Christians by 2050

Research shows Islam is fastest-growing religion on planet, as Christianity shrinks in West, Jews remain 0.2% of total population.

Obama Suffers Backlash for ISIS-Crusades Comparison

After saying 'terrible deeds' committed in name of Christ, historians and politicians attack Obama for linking Christianity to ISIS.

Chief Rabbi Lau Slams Past Government for Harming Judaism

Rabbi Lau hopes next govt. cooperates with Chief Rabbinate official religious authority, doesn't keep forcing controversial legislation.

Canada's Quebec Province to Ban the Kippah?

New bill against religious symbols in public workplaces is stirring up controversy for 'breaching freedom of religion.'

IFA Forbids Kippah Wearing on Soccer Field

Israel Football Association Referees' Union forbids religious players from wearing kippot during matches for 'reasons of unity.'

US Senate Condemns Iran's Discrimination Against Bahais

Senate calls on Tehran to free jailed members of the Bahai faith; comes as lawmakers mull new sanctions.

Angola Denies it Banned Islam

Angolan officials deny reports that the African nation had banned Islam, begun demolishing mosques.

Angola Becomes 'First Country to Ban Islam'

Southern African nation reportedly bans Islam and orders the demolition of mosques in the country.

European Jews Urge Reversal of Polish Shechita Ban

"Kosher butchering is essential for sustenance of Jewish life" assert European Jewish leaders, urging reversal of Polish shechita ban.

School Textbook Confusing Judaism and Islam Withdrawn

A religious studies textbook is so littered with errors confusing Judaism and Islam that it has produced a leaflet of corrections.

Ebay to Auction Einstein's 'G-d Letter' for $3 Million

A handwritten letter in which Albert Einstein wrote on religion and G-d is going up for sale on eBay, with bids starting at $3 million

'Pioneer in Catholic-Jewish Dialogue' Passed Away, Age 85

Cardinal Carlo Maria was “a courageous man who played an important role in fostering better Catholic-Jewish relations.”

Refusing to Comply with Islam, Students Get Evicted

More than 70 students in South Africa were kicked out of college dormitories for refusing to comply with Islamic traditions and rules.

Egyptian Court Upholds Sentence for 'Blasphemous' Christian

An Egyptian court upheld a three-year sentence against a teenage Christian student who 'mocked Islam and the Prophet Mohamed.'

Billboards Calling G-d a "Myth" to Appear in Williamsburg

Atheist group's billboards reaching out to religious Jews, Arabs: "You know it's a myth... and you have a choice."

Hareidi Soldier Enlistments Up 1000 Percent in Six Years

Soaring enlistment of hareidi religious men bodes well for the IDF and for society in general, according to the army.

Bill Will Ensure 'Religious Freedom' for IDF Soldiers

A bill sponsored by MK Ya'akov Katz will ensure that religious IDF soldiers are not forced to act against their religious principles.

Velvl Greene, Head of BGU Jewish Medical Ethics, Dead at 83

Renowned BGU life scientist Professor Velvl Greene maintained a dialogue on religion with the late Lubavitcher Rebbe. He died Monday.

Don’t Worry, Be Happy and Go to Synagogue

Women who attend synagogue regularly are more optimistic than others, according to a Yeshiva University research report.

Secular MK Fears Israel Becoming a Religious State

Knesset Member Daniel Ben-Simon said at a Sabbath “cultural event” that “a quiet religious revolution” is taking place in Israel.

Rabbi's Response to Dawkins: G-d Plays Dice

Rabbi Michael Avraham takes on the topic of G-d, atheism and evolution in his new book, “G-d Plays Dice.”

Tel Aviv's Religious Face

Contrary to popular belief, residents of Tel Aviv respect religion, and many are asking for more synagogues and mikvas, a city official says.

Concern for Christian Minorities Under Islam Continues

Efforts are continuing to protect the rights of Christian minorities in Muslim lands.

Egypt: US Has No Right to Monitor Other Countries on Religion

Egypt has slammed its inclusion by the US on a list of nations that violate citizen's religious rights. Report left out harassment of Egypt's Jews.

Correction: US 2010 Report Toned Down Criticism of Israel

The US State Department in 2010 reduced the level of unjustified criticism of Israel that for years was the norm in its Religious Freedom re

Michael Steinhardt Criticizes the Failures of Jewish Leadership

Michael Steinhardt, one of world Jewry’s most philanthropic benefactors, delivered a scathing criticism of modern Jewish leadership.

State Dept's Religious Report Under Attack

Critical reactions to the U.S. State Department’s 2009 International Religious Freedoms Report’s section on Israel continue to be expressed.