Diversity

What does it mean to have Sigd in Israel?

The holiday of Sigd is an Ethiopian Jewish holiday that became a national Israeli holiday in 2008. It takes place…

Holy Muslim Sites in Israel

The Land, and State, of Israel is the holiest place in both Judaism and Christianity. Cities like Jerusalem, Tzfat, Hebron,…

Our Trip in Haredi Jerusalem

About a week ago, I attended a trip through Haredi Jerusalem. It was organized for tour guides, much like my…

Downtown Haifa, Who Knew?

Haifa is Israel’s third largest city in the country. It is known for its universities, falafel, and coexistence. It’s a…

What does Tzfat have for me?

There are four holy cities in Judaism: Jerusalem, Hebron, Tiberius, and Tzfat. Each city is connected to an element of…

Why is Eid al Fitr 2017 so important?

Today Muslims celebrate Eid al Fitr 2017, the celebratory end of Ramadan. It marks the first day of the month…

Celebrating Ramadan in Israel

Israel is a country holy to Jews, Christians, and Muslims. The Muslim population is the largest population in the country,…

Mimouna – North African Jewish Holiday 2017

Mimouna 2017, the North African Jewish celebration welcoming the Messiah With Passover having ended, there are many different ways to celebrate the…

Now You’re An Expert About the Russian Aliyah?

If you’re up-to-date on my blog, then you know I’ve been spending some time writing about all the different aliyot,…

The Great Adventure of the Ethiopian Aliyah

Before Israel was established, there were five waves of Jewish immigration. The First Aliyah began in 1882, and the Fifth…