Religion – Page 87 – Prologue Journal

BINA – the home of Israeli Judaism

Jerusalem Post Terry Newman, successful entrepreneur and chairman of BINA public board of directors, says Israelis must take back ownership of their Judaism. https://www.jpost.com/judaism/article-807872

Strategic military preparation: Lessons from Torah and history

Jerusalem Post https://www.jpost.com/judaism/article-807672

Lost Assyrian camp uncovered: Could it prove the biblical siege of Jerusalem?

Jerusalem Post Stephen Compton, an expert in Near Eastern archaeology, used modern mapping techniques to identify the remains of what he believes to be ancient Assyrian military camps dating back to around 700 B.C. https://www.jpost.com/archaeology/article-807525

Pope Francis considering making trip to Israel

Jerusalem Post The Pope shared that he is considering visiting Israel, the Palestinian Authority, and Jordan for the second time. https://www.jpost.com/christianworld/article-807249

Ancient graffiti leads archaeologists on a treasure hunt for lost ancient Athenian temple

Jerusalem Post It is believed that the temple could have been destroyed during the Greco-Persian wars. https://www.jpost.com/archaeology/article-807215

Despite disconnection from rabbinic authorities, Israelis still seek out spirituality

Jerusalem Post As we hope for better days, leaders concerned with preserving Israel’s strong Jewish identity need to find a way for religious life to flourish without coercion. https://www.jpost.com/judaism/article-807210

Greek mythology in the real world: Legendary Minotaur Labyrinth possibly found in Crete

Jerusalem Post A 4,000-year-old circular structure resembling Minoan tomb architecture was unearthed near Kastelli, Crete, suggesting it could be the legendary labyrinth of King Minos. https://www.jpost.com/archaeology/article-807201

Gates of the heart: Gates in Torah and Judaism

Jerusalem Post Our tradition is rich with gates: Gates of Repentance, Gates of Prayer, Gates of Righteousness, Gates of introspection and reflection. https://www.jpost.com/judaism/torah-portion/article-807063

Mezuzahs inspired by land and sea: The work of Nadav Pollack

Jerusalem Post Each piece was like its own land-and-sea world, condensed into a 20- or 25-centimeter mezuzah. https://www.jpost.com/judaism/article-807050

What is Ivan Kupala? Customs, traditions, beliefs

Jerusalem Post The holiday, which typically occurs the night between July 6 and 7, comes from pre-Christian pagan traditions in the region. But what does one do on this holiday? That is what we’re here to explain! https://www.jpost.com/christianworld/article-807167