What the First Seven Hebrew Words of the Bible Reveal About Creation
Why does the Torah begin with, ‘In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth’ (Genesis 1:1)?
10 Hebrew Words to Know for the Passover Holiday
The Haggadah has been passed down for generations for the telling of the Passover story. Now it’s your turn to pick up a few words!
5 Biblical and Modern Israeli Cities and Their Hebrew Names
Touring modern Israel is like touring the Bible and many of the cities that appear on a GPS could have verses attached. Do you recognize these modern cities and their Biblical significance?
US Hebrew Charter Schools Immerse Non-Jewish Students in Holy Language
Two American public charter schools which focus on teaching modern Hebrew sent a diverse group of 32 middle school graduates to tour Israel this past month.
Speaking Yiddish and Hebrew, Australian PM Turnbull Stresses His Jewish Ties
Upon his arrival, Turnbull said, “It is a long schlep, but let me say the welcome here…it feels like family, I do feel that we are part of the same mishpacha.”
Wonder Woman Sends Pro-Israel Message by Speaking Hebrew on SNL [WATCH]
Gal Gadot, who rocketed to world fame with her starring role as comic book superhero Wonder Woman, has become a proud spokesperson for the Holy Land.
Jewish Leaders Protest Return of Iraqi Hebrew Treasures to “Thieves Who Stole Them”
A treasure trove of Hebrew documents, including religious texts and mezuzahs, found in Iraq following the fall of Saddam Hussein and brought to the United States in 2003, are scheduled to be returned in September.
Top 10 Hebrew Words to Know for Yom Kippur
Yom Kippur is mentioned several times in the Bible as a day to cleanse oneself of sins, both between man and man and between man and God.
16th Century Scholar Warned of Hurricane Irma Through Hebrew Riddle
A Hebrew analysis of the writings of a holy 16th century mystic reveals the scholar predicted Irma would come as a result of man turning away from God’s dictates.
The King Is in the Field: As Month of Elul Begins, Jews Turn to God
The Hebrew month of Elul (אלול), which began on August 23, is the ordained time when Jews all over the world strive to repent before the New Year.
