Jewish Converts ‘Reborn’ With New Hebrew Names

By Jewish law, a convert is considered as if born anew. Therefore, part of the conversion process is choosing a Hebrew name.
Israel, Time and Power: Potentially Devastating Chronologies

Ultimately, Israel’s successful defense must depend upon far more than prudent strategic and tactical planning.
How Hebrew Reveals Deep Hidden Meanings of Biblical Names

In Jewish tradition, one’s Hebrew name contains a spiritual dimension.
New Hebrew Names for Jewish Mothers Visiting the Holy Land

The women, who did not receive Hebrew names as children, will take a step towards affirming their connection to their roots and the language of the Bible.
NBA Star and Hebrew Israelite Amar’e Stoudemire Inspired to Learn Hebrew in Jerusalem

Though Stoudemire is not Jewish, he identifies himself with the Hebrew Israelites and views the Land of Israel as part of his religious and ancestral heritage.
For First Time, Israeli Law to Declare State “National Home of Jewish People”

The approval of the bill marks the first time that an attempt to entrench the Jewish character of the state of Israel into law has advanced to this stage.
Revolutionary Vatican Declaration on Jewish Relations Translated to Hebrew

A Vatican document which revolutionized Catholic treatment of the Jewish religion 50 years ago has been translated into Hebrew for the first time.
Hebrew-German Prayer Book Printed in Germany for First Time in 100 Years

The siddur was intentionally launched in time for Holocaust Remembrance Day, April 24.
Top Ten Hebrew Words That Sound Like English

Ironically, many Hebrew words sound like English words but have a different meaning.
Was Christopher Columbus a Marrano Jew? His Hebrew Writings Say Yes

There is growing speculation that Columbus was a Jew fleeing the Spanish Inquisition rather than an Italian hired by King Ferdinand and Queen Isabella to find riches in Asia.