Judaism
Israel Law on Shopping Heats Up Fight Between Religious and Secular Jews
The law is a political compromise The all-night debate on whether the “minimarket bill” will be passed or not ended with the Haredi supported law being…
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Judaism
Issues
Western Wall Prayer Protest Turns Violent
Haredi Jews attack women worshippers in mixed-gender prayer at the Western Wall. The Western Wall in Jerusalem is the holiest of Jewish sites. It is sacred…
Judaism
What is the Significance of Jewish Head Coverings?
Head coverings are a primary statement of religious identity for the majority of Jews. A kippah is a brimless cap worn by Jews. It is usually…
Judaism
Israelis Segregate Themselves By Religion For Marriage, Friendships
Survey says friendships and relationships in Israel are often confined to one’s own religion. Jews constitute about 75% of Israel's population, followed by Muslims at 20%,…
Christianity
New Study Shows Israel’s Deep Division in Religious Identity
Religious identities in Israel fracture society according to new research from Pew. For its small size, Israel holds great importance for adherents of three major world…
Judaism
Party Representing Ultra-Orthodox Jewish Women to Offer Candidate in March Elections
Feeling excluded by the male dominated Haredi political parties, Ruth Colian will represent ultra-orthodox jewish women in the upcoming elections as the head of Bezchutan party.…