The Torah portions of Tazria and Metzora teach that true holiness requires balancing distance and closeness, as seen in the laws of purity that safeguard personal, family, and Temple sanctity.

Tolkien’s Aragorn, the archetype of the hidden king, and the Western tradition of redemption through sacrifice.

Still, the strong interest in David from a Christian perspective might seem surprising, given the central role he plays in ...

One of the centers of global anti-Semitism is found in the Vatican, which for generations has preached hatred of Israel.

On the Monday morning before Passover I was determined to pray at the Western Wall, in which all main entrances to the Holy ...

THE cubit is the distance between the elbow and the tip of the middle finger. Most modern translations of the Bible substitute modern units. For example, the New English Bible converts the 'nine ...

Sometimes, I wish I had a right not to care if Israel has a right to exist. After all, far greater nation-states have ...

British artist Louise Giovanelli is already feted for her enigmatic paintings of drapes and theatre curtains. If this sounds boring, consider Scala. It depicts a plush red curtain in a theatre in ...

“Let’s not just be Christians by name. If we walk in God’s ways, He will do everything for us. We should be believers who are faithful,” she said. She further reminded congregants that one day they ...

Uncover 25 forbidden archaeological sites people aren't allowed to enter. Explore ancient mysteries, sacred places, and ...

Sheridan took a close loss to defending state champion Licking Valley in baseball, while multiple track teams won to pace ...

My friend said to me, “There is no glory in the grave.” I pondered those words. How precious life is and how final death can be. As long as we have breath, we are given the privilege of praising ...