Between Israel and the nations

Today’s Ninth of Av

For many generations we were unable to take practical steps toward hastening the redemption of Israel. We were in exile and simply could not change our plight. Today, God has removed foreign rule from the land and created a Jewish state in its stead.

To The Outpost Settlers: "Thank You"

Today's settlers have infused the entire nation with strength. They are the great victors in the present battle against terrorism. The Jewish people ought to express gratitude to these people and say, "Thank you."

The Spirit Always Prevails

Parashat Chukat

Og king of the Bashan believed that brute physical might is the determining factor in war, and that one who possesses such might is bound to triumph. Yet, in truth, it is the spirit that always triumphs.

"Master of Wars, Who Causes Salvation to Sprout"

God runs the universe, and everything that He does is for the best. He is the "Master of Wars" and war must therefore have a constructive purpose in the world.

Faith in the Coming of the Messiah

Rabbi Moshe ben Maimon, the "Rambam," formulated thirteen principles of faith, and one of them is: "I believe with perfect faith in the coming of the Messiah, and, though he tarry, I will wait daily for his coming."

Changes in the Messianic Age

All authorities agree that in the Messianic Age great changes will take place in the world. The Sages disagreed concerning whether these changes would operate within the realm of the laws of nature or would take the form of miracles.