Shema Yisrael

All year, we whisper “Baruch Shem.” On Yom Kippur, we say it aloud. Discover the Maharal’s fascinating explanation of what changes on the holiest day of the year.

A daughter reflects on the purity of the soul, the meaning of Shema Yisrael, and the extraordinary final moments of her mother’s life at the Ramot Junction terror attack

What makes Shema Yisrael one of Judaism's most important verses? Explore its origins, meaning, and enduring impact throughout Jewish history.

Here are 10 powerful teachings that remain relevant today.

Kriat Shema She-al Ha-mita Nusach Ashkenaz בָּרוּךְ אַתָּה ה' אֱלֹקֵֽינוּ מֶלֶךְ הָעוֹלָם, הַמַּפִּיל חֶבְלֵי שֵׁנָה עַל-עֵינָי וּתְנוּמָה עַל-עַפְעַפָּי, וּמֵאִיר לְאִישׁוֹן בַּת עַיִן

Segev Kalfon, Matan Zangauker and Ilana Gritzewsky lead 4,500 Jewish teens from 60 countries at CTeen Shabbaton

How true hearing — understanding, acceptance, and action, prepared Yitro and Israel for the giving of the Torah

How the Chief Rabbi of Israel uncovered Jewish identity in European monasteries with the words “Shema Yisrael”

From Yaakov’s last words to the heartbeat of Jewish faith, how the Shema became the eternal declaration of unity, truth, and trust in Hashem.

After the online uproar over soccer player Itay Shechter's Jewish act, celebrating his victory goal by donning a kippah and reciting 'Shema Yisrael,' Shechter published a heartfelt post clarifying that he doesn't intend to apologize for his beliefs. "I am a believer from birth," he stated.

How the Shema unites belief, love of God, and the eternal spirit of Israel across generations