Across the Jewish world, particularly in North America, there’s a wave of “October 8th Jews” who are rediscovering their Jewish identity in the aftermath of the October 7 attack.
It’s strained, if not seemingly impossible, to embody joy right now. The divine strands of joy around us are so dim as to be nearly invisible.
Israel's resilience amid political, health, and security crises highlights its unique spirit and determination to safeguard its sovereignty.
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Perhaps, as difficult as it feels, we are celebrating and dancing for the future. If we want to celebrate Simchat Torah in the future, those of us who can, must celebrate it this year.
On this day, Shemini Atzeret, God instructs us to stop looking for the appreciation of those nations whom we work so hard to benefit and to take this day to rejoice with Him.
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