Religion – Page 14 – Prologue Journal

Oldest in Armenia: Archaeologists unearth ruins of 4th century church

Jerusalem Post The church, an octagonal structure with cross-shaped extensions, is the first building of such form to be unearthed in Armenia. https://www.jpost.com/archaeology/article-825284

How will the Jewish people celebrate Simchat Torah this year?

Jerusalem Post Will Jews dance this year on Simchat Torah? To answer this question, the Magazine interviewed several people in diverse situations; their responses varied. https://www.jpost.com/judaism/jewish-holidays/article-824700

Christian monk, Jewish convert, Israeli: One man’s journey to Judaism

Jerusalem Post William Karon’s spiritual path to Judaism was generations in the making. https://www.jpost.com/judaism/article-825071

Archeologists find 12 hidden tombs with intact skeletons beneath Petra treasury

Jerusalem Post The tombs are believed to be older than the Treasury itself and features walls that haven’t been seen before in the area. https://www.jpost.com/archaeology/article-824986

Can reciting psalms from the Bible heal injuries or illness?

Jerusalem Post It is my belief that heartfelt prayers recited with greater understanding can be a source of solace and inspiration. https://www.jpost.com/judaism/article-824753

Annus horribilis: How can we celebrate and rejoice on Sukkot in 2024?

Jerusalem Post How can we bring joy into our Sukkot observance this year? https://www.jpost.com/judaism/jewish-holidays/article-824683

Jerusalem in its glory: Reconstructing the Sukkot pilgrimage to the Second Temple

Jerusalem Post What was the pilgrims’ visit to Jerusalem on Sukkot during the Second Temple like? https://www.jpost.com/archaeology/article-824678

How has the role of rabbis in Israel changed since October 7?

Jerusalem Post Rabbis who are traditionally spiritual leaders in their communities have faced a whole new level of challenges from congregants and from the need to maintain their own spiritual balance post-Oct. 7. https://www.jpost.com/judaism/article-824676

Harvesting for Sukkot: A look at the farmers who grow the holiday’s Four Species

Jerusalem Post The farmers who grow the Four Species that symbolize the holiday of Sukkot. https://www.jpost.com/judaism/jewish-holidays/article-824670

Sukkah on board: Chabad builds Sukkah on USS Abraham Lincoln aircraft carrier

Jerusalem Post The move had been initiated by chaplain Lieutenant Yehoshua Rubin, who is also a Chabad representative. https://www.jpost.com/judaism/article-824866