Jewish and Israeli Holidays
Yitzhak Wasserlauf praised the “revolution” of allowing Jewish prayer on the Mount.
The group wedding at a Chabad shul included elderly couples who had been civilly married for years, alongside younger pairs whose wedding plans were delayed by the war.
The cultural gem in Jerusalem seeks to keep S.Y. Agnon’s literary world relevant for new generations.
“Our connection with the city of Jerusalem is deep and meaningful,” said the chief of staff.
“Eyal Park” honors Eyal Haimovsky, the longtime CEO of the Jerusalem Development Authority.
Middle school pupils from 33 schools tested their knowledge of the Israeli capital’s history, culture and landmarks at Tower of David.
Rich and creamy, dairy is the rule and not the exception for this two-day holiday.
The president’s call for a national Shabbat “celebrates our religion and it refocuses on our job to become a light unto the nations,” Rabbi Steven Burg of Aish told JNS.
The Israeli consul general in New York told JNS that this year was the first time the Jewish state held an Independence Day celebration in New York City under a mayor who doesn’t recognize it.
“Celebrate responsibly,” said Israel’s Fire and Rescue Authority.
Police enforce road closures and warn of zero tolerance for violence following online incitement.
The event will take place “in a symbolic format only” due to Hezbollah attacks.
