Category: Aish

What do The Lion King and the Book of Esther have in common? More than just royalty, dramatic plot twists, and a whole lot of suspense. Both stories teach us about responsibility, about stepping up when it’s easier to stay silent, and about using our voices to protect those who need us. And let’s be real—while Purim…

Imagine a world where your support for Israel instantly brands you an anti-Palestinian racist. This is not a dystopian fantasy but a tangible threat emerging from the weaponization of anti-Palestinian racism (APR) policies. These policies, initially developed in response to well-established definitions of antisemitism, have evolved into tools that silence Jewish voices and delegitimize criticism…

Michelle Ahdoot isn’t going to sit back and let antisemitism flourish. Along with her team and a group of dedicated volunteers, she’s actively working to combat it and push Jewish pride instead. As director of programming and strategy at EndJewHatred, Michelle spends her days mobilizing grassroots efforts to stop antisemitism in its tracks. This could…

It’s easy to get caught up in the day-to-day grind of raising kids. Take a moment to pause, step outside the situation, and make sure to communicate at least one of these phrases to your child today. 1. I am so fortunate to be your mom. Parenting may be hard at times, but it’s a…

Subsidized by British taxpayers, the BBC has long been a byword for journalistic integrity and high standards. Shockingly, a recent BBC documentary about Gaza has been revealed as a mouthpiece for Hamas propaganda.  Even more surprisingly, British artists and cultural figures are clamoring to defend the Hamas-inflected film. Major New Documentary On February 17, 2025, the…

While held in captivity in Gaza, American-Israeli hostage Keith Siegal began saying the Shema prayer, “just connecting with God,” he explained in a social media reel. Born and raised in Chapell Hill, NC, Keith had moved to Israel over 40 years ago, where he met and married his wife Aviva. They lived in the Kibbutz…