What would it even mean for science and religion to be compatible? Science acquires knowledge by examining the evidence presented to us by our senses. The meaning of evidence in this context is expressed very clearly in the following example,…
Opposites attract: the compatibility of science and religion
When one looks at a list of best-selling books for the last ten years he is almost guaranteed that a few of those books will be written by what pop media is now calling militant atheists. These writers, who have…
Misconception of the Jew
A commonly asked question is: What is a Jew? There is no simple answer to this question. Jews vary from their geographic location to their religious beliefs (whether it be Orthodox, Reform, etc.). However, no matter where they may come…
The health and hypocritical horrors of “Hookah in the Sukkah” parties
Not just a public-health concern! A holiday hypocrisy! Coming from a proud Persian family, my exposure and experience with hookah was an integral component of family life. As a young girl, I vividly recall parties where my family, particularly the…
The Great Mechitzah of Trump
Editor’s note: This article may be satire. On June 16th, 2015, the very face of America was irrevocably changed: businessman, entertainer, and (now) politician Donald Trump announced his candidacy for President of the United States. Of particular interest was Trump’s…
Israel’s secret humanitarian battle
On Feb. 16, 2013 Israeli ambulances brought wounded Syrians into an emergency room in Ziv Medical Center. In the two-and-a-half years since, more than 2,000 wounded Syrians have been admitted into a number of different Israeli hospitals. Since the beginning…
Remembering Yitzhak Rabin through art and music
Exploring the spectrum of Israeli music, from Aviv Geffen to HaDag Nahash, and art exhibits that commemorate Rabin and honor his contribution to the State of Israel. It was the day that democracy in Israel was murdered. Just over 20…