In Estonia’s miraculous Jewish rebirth, a Yom Kippur message of hope Often translated as “repentance,” teshuvah really means “return.” Alex Weisler Sept. 13, 2021
A lesson in Hanukkah miracles from post-Soviet Jews When the destination is sacred enough, you light the lamp and trust that yearning, hope and hard work will illuminate the path ahead. Alex Weisler Dec. 16, 2020
An Esther for our times Asya was living a life against all odds. Like the courageous queen of the Purim story, she’s an example to those who struggle to balance the freedom to be Jewish with the responsibilities that decision brings. Alex Weisler March 2, 2020