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Israeli Flags for the Jewish Holidays of Yom HaZikaron and Yom HaAtzmaut

How to Make Israel Independence Day a Sacred Day

Intrinsically linked to Israel's war of independence against the countries that surround her, Yom HaAtzmaut symbolizes the belief that by standing strong, the state of Israel will persevere for all time.

A blue monster named Grover and boy in Israel

Learn About Israel with Shalom Sesame

Learn about Israel's history and culture with Grover and friends in these Shalom Sesame videos, and engage with your children using the discussion ideas and activities.

From Tragedy to Celebration, We Honor the State of Israel

Just as each of us goes through a process of self-examination during the Days of Repentence in Tishrei, this week is an opportunity to do so on a collective and national level.

Galilee Diary: Redemption and Independence

Rabbi Marc J. Rosenstein

Blessed are You O Lord our God, Ruler of the universe, who differentiates between light and darkness, between Israel and the nations, between sadness and joy, between war and peace, between Yom HaZikaron and Yom HaAtzmaut; blessed are You O Lord, who differentiates between the holy an

5 Ways to Celebrate Israel’s Independence Day with Young Children

Here are five activities to help young children connect with Israel -- on Yom HaAtzmaut and all year long.

Row of Israeli flags against background of blue sky and clouds

What It Means to Be Religious Zionists

Rabbi Josh Weinberg

As religious Zionists, Israel’s Reform leaders continually reinvent an Israeli Judaism that is authentic, inclusive, and ever-adapting to our evolving religious civilization.

Op-Ed: Strength and Humility are Key in Defending the Jewish State

Rabbi Rick Jacobs, president of the Union for Reform Judaism, published an op-ed today in Haaretz titled “Strength and humility: the key to defending the Jewish State.” He writes,

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Israeli Birthday Cake

Recipe by

Rabbi Deborah R. Prinz

Every birthday deserves a great cake. This iconic, cocoa-based, richly iced cake fits the bill.

Why does Yom HaZikaron fall the day before Yom HaAtzmaut?

Answered by

Rabbi Victor S. Appell

Yom HaZikaron is Israeli Memorial Day and Yom HaAtzmaut is Israeli Independence Day.

Personal Journey: On Vacation and On Duty

Debra Skaroff

Was this really me, committing to two weeks in Israel as a volunteer working on an Israel Defense Forces base? Completely out of character, but I was leaving my husband, children, and grandchildren for an experience beyond anything I could have imagined.