A Renewable Covenant

One thing seems certain, in my opinion: we must renew our covenant with God again and again.

Israel's Water Situation

For the last three years Israel has experienced much lower than average rainfall. The situation is so bad that the Sea of Galilee, which serves as the nation's main water reservoir, is almost 16 feet below normal.

Being There

One of the strongest impressions I have from my first year in Israel (1963-1964) was taking part in a Passover Seder (the joyous home celebration of Passover).

Passover Massacre

Israeli citizens with gun permits constitute an additional line of defense against terrorists, and it is hoped by the authorities that licensed gun owners will take their weapons with them when they leave their places of residence.

Living the Dream of Israel's Ancient Prophets

Momentous events are taking place in Israel; although, without historical perspective, we cannot say how momentous.

Remembrance Day

Each year there is a remembrance ceremony held in our neighborhood in memory of Dror Barashi. Dror was the eldest son of our neighbors who live directly across the street from us, only a few steps from our door.

Israel's 54th Birthday

Israelis celebrate Independence Day with their families, visiting national parks and nature preserves, Army, Navy and Air Force bases (open only on this day), and having barbecues and picnics.

Maccabi Tel-Aviv in Final Four

On Thursday night (April 18, 2002) Maccabi turned in its best performance of the season to crush Spain's Tau Vitoria 94-65 and reach European basketball's ultimate event.

A Personal Tribute to Professor Shmuel Safrai, Recipient of the Israel Prize

For "His great expertise in the Mishnah and Talmud, in Greek and Latin sources, and in the formation of nascent Christianity, gives his research a historical breath and intellectual depth...The books and articles Professor Safrai has produced over the last fifty years have received international attention and they have been translated into many languages."

Perspective on the Current Situation

Apparently, there is no quick and easy way to win the war against Palestinian terrorists and to protect Israeli citizens. Israel's army has been forced to conduct house-to-house searches in order to find weapons, explosives laboratories and terrorists.

Security Situation Improves....Slowly!

Like everyone else, I would like to believe that there is some magical solution to the terrorist problem, but, apparently, there isn't. Those who would maim and kill civilians to achieve their aims are usually unwilling to give up their struggle in even the smallest way.

Resisting Evil for the Common Good

Many European countries believe that by being soft on terrorist organizations, that is, by not speaking out against them and cracking down on them, these organizations will leave them alone. They should realize that one cannot make a pact with terrorists.