Seeking the Place He Chooses When describing the need to bring our korbanot to the resting place of the Shechinah – the place ultimately revealed as Yerushalayim and Har HaMoriyah – the Torah commands us to seek out His Presence and come there: (ה) כִּ֠י אִֽם־אֶל־הַמָּק֞וֹם אֲשֶׁר־יִבְחַ֨ר יְקֹוָ֤ק אֱלֹֽהֵיכֶם֙ מִכָּל־שִׁבְטֵיכֶ֔ם לָשׂ֥וּם אֶת־שְׁמ֖וֹ שָׁ֑ם לְשִׁכְנ֥וֹ תִדְרְשׁ֖וּ […]
Have We Forgotten How to Measure Victory? There is an important pattern that appears throughout the Tanach. Time and again, after the Jewish people repented, returned to Hashem, and renewed their covenant, they defeated the enemies who sought their destruction. The periods of the Judges, Kings, and Prophets repeatedly show Israel emerging victorious over powerful […]
A recent statement by a senior Turkish minister has once again raised concerns about Ankara’s growing interest in Jerusalem and its increasingly assertive rhetoric toward Israel. For years, President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan and members of his government have positioned themselves as defenders of the Palestinian cause while promoting a broader vision of Turkish influence throughout […]
This week’s haftorah opens with the navi Zechariah (2:14) calling out to the Bat Tzion – daughter of Tzion – declaring that she should “sing and be glad.” The navi promises that Hashem will again dwell amongst this daughter of Tzion and choose Yerushalayim as His portion. As we have noted in the past, Tanach […]
Arguably one of the most beautiful and symbolic structures in the world, the Churva Synagogue stands prominently in the Jewish Quarter of the Old City of Yerushalayim. The shul was initially built by the followers of Rebbe Yehudah HaChasid in the early eighteenth century, only to be destroyed by Arab creditors. It was rebuilt again […]
As Yaakov Avinu blesses his sons, he identifies the unique spiritual traits that characterize their divine missions in this world. He compares his son Yissachar to a powerful donkey carrying a heavy load. Famously, Chazal interpret this as a metaphor to the yolk of Torah study; Yissachar’s descendants would achieve prominence and proficiency in the […]
Long before Dovid HaMelech established his permanent capital in Yerushalayim, the nations of the world already recognized the holy city as a place unlike any other. They sensed its metaphysical significance, the gateway to the heavenly realms (Ramban, Bereishit 14:18). They called the city Shalem, evoking wholesomeness and peace. Not coincidentally, Yerushalayim straddles the border […]
President Trump’s “peace” deal may or may not last in Gaza, and we understand that despite its enabling bringing all living hostages home at once and gradually bringing deceased hostages back as well, much of the other parts of the plan are not favorable to Israel. While it does not mention a “palestinian” state outright, […]
Message from Daniel Luria – executive director and spokesman, Ateret Cohanim Israel. SHANA TOVA U’METUKA – שנה טובה ומתוקה ומבורכתHappy, healthy, successful, fulfilling, and uplifting year to all our friends, donors and investors. May Hashem open up HIS gates of prayer acceptance, and forgiveness, and may HIS people rise to the occasion of a fresh […]
After yesterday’s gruesome terror attack in Jerusalem, there have been increased calls to declare sovereignty across Judea and Samaria, and while this is understandable as a knee-jerk reaction, we should think carefully before we do so as some sort of “punishment” to our implacable foes. The fact is, sovereignty over Judea and Samaria and even […]
Seeking the Place He Chooses
Seeking the Place He Chooses When describing the need to bring our korbanot to the resting place of the Shechinah – the place ultimately revealed as Yerushalayim and Har HaMoriyah – the Torah commands us to seek out His Presence and come there: (ה) כִּ֠י אִֽם־אֶל־הַמָּק֞וֹם אֲשֶׁר־יִבְחַ֨ר יְקֹוָ֤ק אֱלֹֽהֵיכֶם֙ מִכָּל־שִׁבְטֵיכֶ֔ם לָשׂ֥וּם אֶת־שְׁמ֖וֹ שָׁ֑ם לְשִׁכְנ֥וֹ תִדְרְשׁ֖וּ […]
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Have We Forgotten How to Measure Victory? There is an important pattern that appears throughout the Tanach. Time and again, after the Jewish people repented, returned to Hashem, and renewed their covenant, they defeated the enemies who sought their destruction. The periods of the Judges, Kings, and Prophets repeatedly show Israel emerging victorious over powerful […]
Explore moreTURKEY’S JERUSALEM AMBITION IS NO LONGER HIDDEN
A recent statement by a senior Turkish minister has once again raised concerns about Ankara’s growing interest in Jerusalem and its increasingly assertive rhetoric toward Israel. For years, President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan and members of his government have positioned themselves as defenders of the Palestinian cause while promoting a broader vision of Turkish influence throughout […]
Explore moreFrom Tzion to Bat Tzion: the Expanding Boundaries of Redemption
This week’s haftorah opens with the navi Zechariah (2:14) calling out to the Bat Tzion – daughter of Tzion – declaring that she should “sing and be glad.” The navi promises that Hashem will again dwell amongst this daughter of Tzion and choose Yerushalayim as His portion. As we have noted in the past, Tanach […]
Explore moreRising Through Sacrifice: the Story of the Churva and Yom Yerushalayim
Arguably one of the most beautiful and symbolic structures in the world, the Churva Synagogue stands prominently in the Jewish Quarter of the Old City of Yerushalayim. The shul was initially built by the followers of Rebbe Yehudah HaChasid in the early eighteenth century, only to be destroyed by Arab creditors. It was rebuilt again […]
Explore moreYissachar’s Vision: the Donkey Who Longs for Yerushalayim
As Yaakov Avinu blesses his sons, he identifies the unique spiritual traits that characterize their divine missions in this world. He compares his son Yissachar to a powerful donkey carrying a heavy load. Famously, Chazal interpret this as a metaphor to the yolk of Torah study; Yissachar’s descendants would achieve prominence and proficiency in the […]
Explore moreBrothers Divided, in Yerushalayim United
Long before Dovid HaMelech established his permanent capital in Yerushalayim, the nations of the world already recognized the holy city as a place unlike any other. They sensed its metaphysical significance, the gateway to the heavenly realms (Ramban, Bereishit 14:18). They called the city Shalem, evoking wholesomeness and peace. Not coincidentally, Yerushalayim straddles the border […]
Explore moreThere May Be A Ceasefire In Gaza, But The War Continues In Jerusalem
President Trump’s “peace” deal may or may not last in Gaza, and we understand that despite its enabling bringing all living hostages home at once and gradually bringing deceased hostages back as well, much of the other parts of the plan are not favorable to Israel. While it does not mention a “palestinian” state outright, […]
Explore moreSHANA TOVA U’METUKA – שנה טובה ומתוקה ומבורכת
Message from Daniel Luria – executive director and spokesman, Ateret Cohanim Israel. SHANA TOVA U’METUKA – שנה טובה ומתוקה ומבורכתHappy, healthy, successful, fulfilling, and uplifting year to all our friends, donors and investors. May Hashem open up HIS gates of prayer acceptance, and forgiveness, and may HIS people rise to the occasion of a fresh […]
Explore moreDeclaring Sovereignty Is A Right, Not A Reaction
After yesterday’s gruesome terror attack in Jerusalem, there have been increased calls to declare sovereignty across Judea and Samaria, and while this is understandable as a knee-jerk reaction, we should think carefully before we do so as some sort of “punishment” to our implacable foes. The fact is, sovereignty over Judea and Samaria and even […]
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