Israel vs. the World
As Israel faces its seventh month of fighting, diplomatic isolation raises a number of questions
Expect More of the Same
“To understand how remarkable the accusations against Israel are, one needs to know about how other countries fight wars”
Faith and Defiance
Creating a network of schools and services under the noses of the KGB. A memoir of challenge and survival
Lower California Is Not for Sale!
Each plan offered a glimmer of hope against the backdrop of closed doors and limited options for Jewish emigrants facing imminent peril
On Call: Chapter 2 — The Match
“I just stitched up a boy who fell out of bed and bumped his head — for real! How’s supper coming along?”
Ordinary Greatness
We don’t know why some souls go through such convoluted spiritual journeys
Not So Splendid Isolation
“It’s clear that Israel’s fear of growing diplomatic isolation is well founded”
The Bas Mitzvah
The word spread quickly among them: The air conditioning in the shul had broken that afternoon
The Situation Is Dire — But It Can Still Be Saved
When Jews can’t wear a yarmulke or won’t wear a Magen David, this is very worrisome
Solitary Confinement
Solitude need not entail mystical practices or spiritual techniques. Rather, solitude provides an opportunity for thinking and concentrating deeply without the undue influences of ...
Chapter 8: In Control
“I want to help you, Mendy,” I said. “But this isn’t the best place for this conversation”
