Thousands Gather at Western Wall to Take Part in Rare Biblical Commandment of Hakhel [PHOTOS]
On Wednesday evening, thousands gathered at the Western Wall Plaza to take part in a rare Biblical commandment carried out only once every seven years.
DNA Studies Trace Jewish Priestly Lineage From Biblical Times
Scientists have discovered a gene which can be traced from Biblical times to a segment of the Jewish population today which carries the priestly lineage.
Photo Essay: A Retropective of the Priestly Blessing at the Western Wall on Sukkot 2015
A look at a special event through the lens of a Breaking Israel News reporter.
Thousands to Descend on Jerusalem Over Sukkot Holiday to Perform Rare Biblical Commandment of Hakhel
On September 30, thousands of people will descend on the Western Wall Plaza to take part in a rare Biblical commandment that occurs once every 7 years.
Methodist-Affiliated Conference Promotes Hate as a Hobby
People do all sorts of things with their leisure time.
To Help Israel’s Needy Fulfill Biblical Commandment, Colel Chabad Sets Up Traditional Sukkot Across Country
Israel’s oldest charity Colel Chabad has set up numerous sukkot – traditional outdoor booths erected during the Sukkot holiday – around the country for people to use and enjoy.
Must-See Blood Moon Photos From Across Israel
In the early morning hours of Monday, September 28, 2015, millions of people across Israel looked up to the heavens to witness a historic lunar event, decades in the making.
Violence on Temple Mount Intensifies over Sukkoth
Clashes with police continued on the morning of Sukkoth, with Arabs throwing firebombs and stones at police, and barricading themselves inside the mosque.
Jerusalem Dateline: Four Jewish Claims to the Land of Israel [VIDEO]
Since 1967, when Israel recaptured parts of Jerusalem, Judea and Samaria from Jordan, world powers have called Israel’s presence there illegal.
A Country Held Hostage by Lawyers
An important constitutional drama played out this past week behind closed doors, one that may prove pivotal in safeguarding Israel’s democratic system.