Fearing Abandonment by the U.S., the Saudis Look to Russia and China
Diplomatic arson.
September 15, 2021
King David, the Days of Awe, and Relationships Beyond Repair
When the warrior and poet chose not to kill his sworn enemy.
The biblical book of Samuel depicts David going from his role as the favorite of King Saul to being the target of his rage, jealousy, and obsession. Convinced that David is determined to overthrow him and replace him as monarch, Saul leads a contingent of soldiers in pursuing his former protégé into the Judean Desert. When presented with a chance to assassinate the king hellbent on killing him, David instead cuts off a piece of his cloak and—once at a safe distance—holds it up as proof that he remains loyal to Saul. Saul, whose fear of David has brought him past the point of madness, remains unsatisfied.
September 15, 2021
Egypt’s “Cold Peace” with Israel Might Be Warming Up
The significance of Monday’s summit.
How a Deranged Conspiracy Theory Inspired Japan to Try to Create a Jewish State in Manchuria
Frozen Jews.
Yom Kippur in the Age of Cancel Culture
If we’re going to shame people, we should also find a way to forgive them.
King David, the Days of Awe, and Relationships Beyond Repair
When the warrior and poet chose not to kill his sworn enemy.