Prologue Journal

Understanding current events through the lenses of the past and future.

Ramaswamy’s ambitious vision meets humility: Navigating endless wisdom

Jerusalem Post https://www.jpost.com/judaism/article-756810

First Temple-era canal systems in Jerusalem stump Israeli archaeologists

Jerusalem Post Archaeologists assume two canal systems found near Temple Mount and the City of David were used as part of a production facility. https://www.jpost.com/archaeology/article-756795

Western Wall stones undergo inspection before Rosh Hashanah

Jerusalem Post This check is conducted annually around Rosh Hashanah and Passover, to make sure that Western Wall prayer does not pose a safety risk to anyone. https://www.jpost.com/judaism/article-756728

Want to succeed in life? Learn to let go

Jerusalem Post https://www.jpost.com/judaism/article-756688

At least 14 killed in militant attack on Congo church- local official

Jerusalem Post In the Ituri province, some 3 million people are in desperate need of aid, according to a UN humanitarian agency. https://www.jpost.com/christianworld/article-756614

Long-Term damage: Be careful not to swear

Jerusalem Post https://www.jpost.com/judaism/article-756590

Pope Francis laments ‘reactionary,’ politicized, US Catholic Church

Jerusalem Post In the 10 years since his election, Francis has been criticized by conservative sectors of the US Church who are opposed to the pope’s reforms. https://www.jpost.com/christianworld/article-756555

Israel uncovers massive section of Second Temple-era aqueduct in Jerusalem

Jerusalem Post The discovery “may also shed light on the question – who built the first aqueduct – whether it was the Hasmoneans or perhaps King Herod,” the researchers noted. https://www.jpost.com/archaeology/article-756543

Ancient clawed ‘Edward Scissorhands’ reptile discovered in Brazil

Jerusalem Post Researchers described the newly discovered creature as similar to Edward Scissorhands because of its long claws. https://www.jpost.com/archaeology/article-756451

Steinsaltz Portal launched to mark rabbi’s third ‘yahrzeit’

Jerusalem Post The Steinsaltz Portal is a comprehensive treasure trove of the rabbi’s books, classes, and articles, all fully digitized and preserved for future generations. https://www.jpost.com/judaism/article-755854