The parashah Shelach Lecha describes one of the most dramatic moments in the history of Israel.
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Thoughts for Shabbat
“In practice, Hezbollah will only grow stronger, and instead of defeating it, Israel is coming to terms with its very existence,” said Israel’s national security minister.
This week’s Torah portion, Shelach Lecha, reminds us that faith—not fear—is the key to entering God’s promises. Through Israel’s failure and God’s grace, we are challenged to remain steadfast, trusting in His ultimate plan and the coming of His heavenly Kingdom.
Across the countries Pew examined, a median of 67% of adults hold an unfavorable view of Israel while just 25% have a favorable view.
The Defense Ministry awards the 2026 Israel Defense Prize to five groundbreaking technological initiatives that provided Israel an edge over its enemies.
There are moments in history when power no longer acts rationally. Moments when leaders no longer weigh their options, but simply press forward, even when the path leads directly into the abyss.
‘Judenrein,’ by other means
There is a word for a territory scrubbed clean of its Jews. The Germans gave it to us.
The agency says it is providing support for 33,000 displaced Palestinians in Judea and Samaria, amid accusations it perpetuates the conflict and should be dismantled.
“We brought the people of Lebanon to the understanding that we’re not the enemy. Hezbollah is,” said Yechiel Leiter, Israel’s U.S. ambassador.
