Objects discovered during the excavation include oil lamps decorated with the menorah (seven-branched lampstand) and the lulav (palm branch and symbol of the harvest festival).

And at Purim time, it meant one type of hamantasch filling: poppy seed. Maybe the bakery offered other fillings, like prune, but feh! Who would want any type of hamantaschen except for those with the ...

Later this week will begin the 24-hour celebration of the Jewish holiday known as Purim and a Lowcountry organization will be kicking off celebrations.

Anti-Israel protesters' slogans seem to simply advocate for Palestinian rights. But here's the true violent, terroristic ...

Pieter Lastman’s 1614 painting captures the biblical moment when Abraham leaves everything behind to follow God’s call.

At the same time, it’s crucial that as adults we pause and acknowledge that the underlying assumptions of Purim resonate ...

The Jesus Fish is one of the most recognizable Christian symbols today, often seen on car bumpers, jewelry, and church logos. While many believe it originated as a secret symbol during Roman ...

From Heritage Foundation’s ‘Project Esther’ to Texas' Bible-based Bluebonnet school curriculum, Queen Esther is a Christian touchpoint.

American Jews should stand up against a movement that coopts a Jewish heroine to attack free speech and queer people, write a ...

Mary's various appearances and conversations in the Gospels reveal that she was a very simple, young Jewish girl who, urged on by God's grace, was able to do extraordinary things.

How can artists use materials to express spirituality, cultural identity, and joy? This question lies at the heart of ...

Adi Jegna said she felt like a 'messenger from God' after helping to avert the attempted Tel Aviv bus bombings (Image: JNS) ...