The U.S. Remains Clueless about Iran’s Use of Symbolism
On their canny employment of dates and gestures.
July 10, 2015
Was the Prophet Elijah Promoted . . . or Fired?
One of the most famous moments in his prophetic career.
In one of the most famous moments in his prophetic career, Elijah challenges his pagan antagonists to a contest that results in a dramatic demonstration of God’s superiority; the Israelites present declare their loyalty to God, and slaughter the prophets of Baal. Elijah, however, quickly learns that the wicked queen Jezebel now seeks his head and retreats to the wilderness in despair. In the following chapters, God gives Elijah a final assignment and then whisks him to heaven in a fiery chariot. This dénouement is often read as the ultimate commendation. Shai Held suggests it is something else:
July 10, 2015
Under Netanyahu, Arab Israelis Have Flourished
Despite widespread agreement that he's a bigot.
What Has Hamas Learned from the Last War and What Will It Do in The Next One?
It's shifting toward offensive action.
What Does Judaism Say about Welfare Fraud?
The talmudic approach to an age-old problem.
Was the Prophet Elijah Promoted . . . or Fired?
One of the most famous moments in his prophetic career.