In these troubling times we look to that which we share with other ancient traditions to remind us that we have the strength within us to navigate our fears. With the holidays behind us, we may feel excitement about the start of a new year, but also fear of the unknown it brings. “May we not pray to
The original Broadway cast getting back together for “History is Happening in Georgia: A #HamFam Holiday Celebration in support of Raphael Warnock and Jon Ossoff. December 13th 2020
Un año que nunca olvidaremos merece un final inolvidable, como esta espectacular iniciativa de Fundación “la Caixa”: El Aleluya de G.F.Händel interpretada como nunca antes. Más de 350 voces unidas, virtualmente, en un gran canto al optimismo. ¡Disfrútalo!
President-elect Joe Biden and Vice President-elect Kamala Harris participate in a ceremonial lighting around the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool in honor of those lost to COVID-19. The incoming administration encouraged Americans to light a candle in their windows to join the commemoration.
Steeped in strange symbology, the breath-taking ‘inverted tower’, or initiation well, found at the heart of Sintra’s Quinta da Regaleira celebrates Portugal’s unique historical connection to the mysterious and enigmatic Knights Templar.
It’s #Passover on the high seas, mates! We couldn’t help but dive right in to the sea shanty craze — especially once we realized how well they work as horas — and we weren’t content to stop at just “The #Wellerman”.
Global bee populations continue to be threatened by poor farming practices, pollution, and urban sprawl. Yet, in the middle of Israel’s arid Arava region, bee colonies are coming back to life thanks to a perfect mix of clean air and plentiful fields of pollinator friendly crops.
Israel Philharmonic musicians and Lahav Shani wish you a happy Passover with a classical arrangement of a beloved Pessach song.Happy Passover!
This Sunday our community will observe Tisha B’av and turn our attention to the city of Jerusalem, mourning the destruction of its temples some two millenniums ago. Here is the most famous love song to Jerusalem, my hometown, sung with my amazing colleagues Cantors Netanel Herstik and Yaakov Lemmer
Fairy tales convey life’s magic, reflecting the deep psychological themes that govern the outcomes of our lives. Written in simple language, these stories take us along soul’s path once more, revealing how the issues of today can still yield new restorative meanings.
