Passover

The Caribbean retreat: Mapping wellness, memory, and Israeli connection in the Dominican Republic

He shared his vision for a Sephardi–Portuguese-style kibbutz in the Dominican countryside, including olive groves, a mikveh fed by natural springs, and an archive of Judeo-Spanish poetry.

 Palm-lined riverbanks flow into open waters - a portrait of Caribbean stillness.
 RABBI SHLOMO RISKIN dances with a new Torah in the Cave of the Patriarchs, 2018. The scroll was dedicated in memory of IDF Golani officer David Golbunacz, who had been killed in Hebron the previous year

Period between Passover, Shavuot a time of education and contemplation - opinion

 An illustration signifying the importance of smaller steps as you climb a figurative ladder.

Lag Ba'Omer 2025 will act as vehicle to express prayers for hostages, soldiers, all Jews - opinion

 Sharon Hazum

Unity Event: Sharon Hazum's initiative together with the Western Wall Heritage Foundation


Jews have survived the unimaginable, we'll emerge from the darkness and thrive again - opinion

I hope and pray for good news and better days, in which we can truly celebrate the Jewish holidays and calendar, together as a unified nation, with lighter hearts and better spirits. 

 A PASSOVER Seder table: Celebrating freedom suddenly doesn’t seem so appropriate, says the writer.

WATCH: Israel's 77th Independence Day celebration is like its first

The Jerusalem Dispatch covers how this year's Independence Day is similar to Israel's first one in 1948, alongside other top stories.

 A woman waves a large Israeli flag as people watch the military airshow as part of Israel's 75th Independence Day celebrations, in Jerusalem, April 26, 2023.

Prayers of silence: Why Passover's seventh day is so unique in its quietness

Calling out in prayer and beseeching God to answer our supplications involves an element of entitlement, perhaps even temerity. In contrast, silence reflects humility.

 An illustrative image of online messenger icons.

My Word: The Butterfly Effect and the difference a year makes

The Hamas-led, Iranian-backed invasion and mega-atrocity on October 7, 2023, when 1,200 were murdered and 251 abducted to Gaza, was an event that has changed the world, not just Israel.

 With transition to springtime, Israel can expect to see more of the fiery copper butterfly.

Post-Pesach musings: Focusing on the gifts we receive on Passover

After a difficult Passover, a single woman, a bereaved mother, a freed hostage, and Shabbat-observant teens all deliver stirring lessons in resilience, faith, and Jewish identity.

 The writer, Sivan Rahav Meir, along with Dina Fahimi of Netivot

Nepal Chabad house vandalized by Norwegian man in suspected antisemitic Passover attack

The suspect broke into the house in the morning of the seventh day of Passover, smashing windows and damaging furniture.

PRAYING OUTSIDE the Beit Chabad house in Kathmandu, Nepal.

Passover at Dizengoff: "50 Degrees in the Shade" environmental exhibit

21 artists present large-scale installations and animation films addressing the climate crisis at the biennale, opening today (Sunday) and running until June 13.

 From the video work "Renewal"

Lunar eclipse over Jerusalem may mark date of Jesus's crucifixion, NASA reports

Some believe that the new data from NASA, paired with Biblical text, could pinpoint the day Jesus was crucified.

 A "Blood Moon" is seen during a lunar eclipse over Jerusalem July 27, 2018.

Entering the Jewish season of modern remembrance - opinion

Jews need to think about memory. We Jews need to remember. The expression borne out of the Holocaust commands us so: Zachor – Remember.

 PRESIDENT ISAAC HERZOG addresses a state ceremony at Yad Vashem marking Holocaust Remembrance Day last year.

Passover index 2025: Israelis seek security in Eastern Europe and book flights earlier

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Affordable Passover vacation in Eilat: NIS 1,000 per night for four people

As hotel prices in Eilat rise for the holiday, Almogim Suites offers a quality family alternative with fully equipped apartments, a pool, and prices starting at NIS 1,000 per night.

 The pool area - Almogim Eilat