Zionism

Singer and performer Avi Toledano reflects on his dramatic journey from Morocco to Israel, the beginnings of his musical career, and the faith, prayer, Shabbat, and Jewish traditions that have shaped his life

The remains of Shimon and Rivka Herzl, grandparents of Theodor Herzl, the founder of modern political Zionism, will be brought this week from their burial place in Belgrade. They will be laid to rest beside him on Mount Herzl in a ceremony on August 5, marking 77 years since Herzl was buried in Jerusalem.

After watching the Patria sink, Eliyahu Hakim vowed revenge. At 20, he went to the gallows unbowed. Decades later, his legacy endures.

At ninety seven, former Lehi fighter Ezra Yachin is still on a mission. Wounded in battle, sustained by faith, and driven by love for Jerusalem, he shares the untold story of courage, sacrifice, and survival.

Opposition factions within the World Zionist Organization rejected Yair Netanyahu’s candidacy, as Likud boycotted the leadership elections.

The so-called Palestinian issue is not just about borders but a centuries-old religious battle between two descendants of Abraham

Founded to be self-reliant and faithful to Jewish law, Rehovot grew through farming, trade, and a remarkable partnership with Baron Rothschild

How traditional Jewish leaders ignited a movement for settlement in the Land of Israel long before political Zionism

The first secular aliyah, the Bilu'im, was entirely supported by donations. Six out of the first seven colonies were funded by Baron Rothschild. Gedera was rejected by him due to its roots in nihilism, and financially could not stand alone.

As the first Ashkenazi Chief Rabbi of Israel, Rav Kook inspired a generation with his Torah brilliance, spiritual depth, and unwavering defense of Jewish tradition

In a passionate post for Shavuot, MK Orit Strock reflects on moments when extreme left and the court system made her ashamed.

The remarkable design behind infant growth, the natural world, Jewish tradition, and the unanswered questions of evolution