Jewish and Israeli Holidays
Under the leadership of Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir, the Temple Mount has seen a surge in visits by Jews.
A school official said the incident “is abhorrent.” The local district attorney said it’s “not a foolish college prank and will not be treated as such.”
The official social media handles of the United Nations and its secretary-general again did not note the Jewish holidays, though they mark holidays of other faiths.
The Israeli premier saluted “the immense sacrifice and bravery of this generation.”
“As the Jewish community gathers for this special time of spiritual renewal, my Administration recommits to upholding religious liberty and ending faith-based persecution, including the scourge of anti-Semitism.”
“We will persevere with determination until we achieve all the war’s goals to secure our future in our wonderful land,” said the premier in a Rosh Hashana address.
“As the people of Israel gather around the holiday table, they will do so thanks to you,” said Lt. Gen. Eyal Zamir.
“Sometimes you innovate and sometimes you seek perfection,” Shani Seidman, of Manischewitz, told JNS.
“Food brings people together, and we need people to get together now more than ever,” Jason Stahl told JNS.
Worshipers also marked the dedication of a new Torah scroll and offered prayers for the hostages and for Israeli forces fighting in Gaza.
This year’s survey found that 91% of Israelis were satisfied with their lives.
“For many, being present in synagogue has become their way of pushing back against antisemitism,” said Rabbi Brian Strauss, who leads a Conservative synagogue in Houston.
