by Elisa Garfagna Hope (Tikvah in Hebrew) is one of the fundamental pillars of Jewish thought, a thread woven through millennia of history, sacred texts, and rabbinic interpretations. In Jewish tradition, hope is not merely a fleeting emotion but a vital force that has sustained the Jewish people through their most challenging trials. In the […]
by Elisa Garfagna Contemporary antisemitism has taken on a new guise, evolving into something profoundly different from what we knew in the past. What we see today in our societies is no longer the classic antisemitism, but rather a phenomenon that could be described as a “Palestinianization” or sectarian “Islamization” that has permeated the social […]
by Elisa Garfagna “We are the generation of American Jews, and we are revolutionizing communication!” Mayim Bialik, actress and neuroscientist, known for her role in “The Big Bang Theory.” Hila Klein, co-founder of the YouTube channel “h3h3Productions.” Arielle Charnas, founder of “Something Navy,” a popular fashion brand. Eitan Bernath, young chef and television personality. Chaya […]
by Elisa Garfagna The Messianic Era is a central concept in Jewish tradition, imbued with meaning and hope, standing as a beacon through centuries of history, sacred texts, and philosophical reflections. This era is envisioned as a period of redemption and universal peace, where the divine presence will manifest tangibly and the world will be […]
by Elisa Garfagna The concept of free will, a cornerstone of Jewish tradition, stands as a testament to the dignity and responsibility inherent in being human, created in the divine image. In sacred scripture, particularly in the Torah, humanity is endowed with an extraordinary power: the ability to choose between good and evil, to forge […]
By Elisa Garfagna Shemà, one of the most sacred and significant prayers in Jewish tradition, transcends mere affirmation of faith; it serves as a profound point of connection among spirituality, anthropology, and psychology. Opening with the words “Shema Yisrael, Adonai Eloheinu, Adonai Echad” (“Hear, O Israel: the Lord is our God, the Lord is One”), […]
by Elisa Garfagna Human engineering, understood as the ability to design and build solutions to address the challenges of daily life, is intrinsically linked to the evolution of societies. In the context of Jewish history and culture, this engineering manifests not only through technological innovations but also through models of humanity that reflect deep values […]