Some people think that what with all the existential threats we face, every day is a gamble in Israel! But the reality is a bit more mundane than the perception. You are far more likely to die in a...
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Temple Mount: The Only Place in Israel where Jews can’t Pray…
…also happens to be Judaism’s holiest site! This photo was taken from the Temple Mount, currently occupied by the otherwise lovely Dome of the Rock. Erected between 689 – 691 CE by...
Echoes of a Shofar: Yom Kippur Stories
Here are some random Yom Kippur themed stories floating around the interwebs tody: Toldot Yisrael presents the story of six Jewish heroes who defiantly blew the shofar at the Kotel (Western Wall)...
RU Jewlicious? LA Pool Party October 9th
UPDATE: Oh No! Technical Pool Difficulties have forced the postponement of this event. Darn. Pool culture is an essential part of life in LA. Despite its proximity to many lovely beaches, pools...
Jewish Community Heroes 2011
Vote Now! The Jewish Federations of North America’s now annual Jewish Community Heroes contest is in full swing – and how can you miss it? Do they have the banner ads? Duh… look...
California Shafts Circumcision Opponents
California Governor Jerry Brown headed off opponents of the Abrahamic Covenant by signing Bill AB768 which prevents local governments from banning circumcision in males. This cuts off their ability...