My heart is with the victims of yesterday's terror attack, as well as all Jews who face violent threats of antisemitism in their places of worship.

On the eve of Rosh Hashanah, a woman finally received her get after 23 years. Tragic that it can still take this long. Proud of Ohr Torah Stone - אור תורה סטון's Yad La’isha for standing by her and restoring her freedom for a good New Year. jpost.com/israel-news/ar…

Join Ohr Torah Stone - אור תורה סטון this Hoshana Rabba, October 12, for an evening of inspiring learning at the Robert M. Beren Machanaim Hesder Yeshiva. The program, dedicated to the memory of students who were killed defending Israel, features teachings from leading rabbis and educators.

With news of the hostages’ release, we prepare to lift our voices in thanksgiving, in Psalms of praise, and in the blessing HaTov VeHaMetiv. Two years after October 7th, may this moment begin a time of healing and peace, and may God continue to protect His people with compassion

As we rejoice at the news of the hostages’ release, I express gratitude to our soldiers and reservists, men and women who have fought with courage, faith, and love for Am Yisrael. Their sacrifice and strength embody the spirit of our nation.

Even with the first phase of the deal signed, after two years of war, there is some anxiety (spiritual & emotional) to leave the safety of our homes to spend time in fragile sukkot. We're full of optimism, yet serious doubts remain. This weekend, I discuss how the Sukkah is mean

Heartbroken by the loss of Master Sgt. Shmuel Gad Rahamim z”l, a beloved 2012 graduate of our Jacob Sapirstein ‘Ohr Torah Ariel’ High School in Ramot. Our prayers are with his parents, Yitzchak and Anat, and his brothers, Eli and Adiel, also alumni of the school. May his memory

With tears of sorrow for those we have lost and for the terrorists we were forced to release, and with gratitude for the lives restored to their families and to our nation, we welcome the return of the hostages and those being brought home for burial. As we enter Shemini Atzeret

After October 7, dancing on Simchat Torah is complicated. Rabbi Dr. Kenneth Brander teaches how faith and remembrance guide us forward in this piece for Hamizrachi Magazine>> ots.org.il/dancing-the-tw…

Am Yisrael Chai!

We are all deeply saddened by the passing of Rabbi Moshe Hauer zt"l, a man of great integrity and devotion to the Jewish people. A true leader of Klal Yisrael, his wisdom, Torah knowledge, compassion, and clarity of vision will be missed by the OU family and by World Jewry.

I was deeply moved by the words of Matan Angrest at the funeral of his friend and commander, Cpt. Daniel Perez zt”l. Through raw emotion, he reminded all of us what true heroism and faith look like. He said, “It is a privilege for me to speak here. Truly, this is the least I can