Passover commemorates the redemption of Israel from the oppressive Egyptians. But why is it called “Passover” and not, for instance, “Festival of Freedom,” or “Festival of the Exodus from Egypt”?

The people of Israel this week celebrate the biblical Passover—a celebration of liberation, redemption, and new beginnings. But not only must Egypt be left behind—our inner captivity must also be abandoned.

There is no nation that struggle more than Israel with God’s values, even in national politics, as the tension between flesh and spirit grows.

After Jacob steals his father’s blessing, he gets into trouble. Esau is furious, to say the least.

UK pastor calls on church to speak up for Israel.

Often underestimated, yet never alone, Israel’s destiny written in scripture and stone.

A window onto the spiritual climate of Israel – both connecting with and arguing with the divine.

Philosophers and theologians have been debating for centuries over the question of whether providence exists and, if so, how it functions.

In Hebrew they are the same word – Trumah