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Parashat Pinchas, On the Eve of Elections | Gabi Barzilai
Are we shaping the future, or recycling the past? As elections approach, Parashat Pinchas pushes us to rethink leadership and what real change demands. […]
The Jewish Roots of Social Responsibility as a Foundation for Israel 2048
In this era of corporations becoming central players in the economic, social, and environmental arenas, there is growing demand that they demonstrate moral responsibility beyond the bottom line. The concept of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) reflects an approach in which companies must act ethically, take responsibility for their impact on society and the environment, and serve as partners in building a just and sustainable world. […]
Reflections on the Passover Seder for 2025
This year, we invited different BINA educators to share their reflections on different parts of the Passover seder. Each educator chose a different passage from the Haggadah and shared their thoughts on the passage, reflecting on personal experiences and contemporary realities. We invite you to explore these reflections to add meaning to your seder or Passover holiday. […]
Coming Out of Egypt, Today
For Passover 2025 / 5785 – By Elliot Vaisrub Glassenberg – I grew up learning that the entire Passover seder can be summarized in one sentence: “In every generation each person must see themselves as if they themselves came out of Egypt”. I was taught that the purpose of the seder is to cultivate within us a mindset of continued mindful awareness, appreciation and gratitude of our freedom, so that we don’t take it for granted, lest we become complacent or apathetic. […]
Study Guide: Limmud to Commemorate October 7
As we commemorate October 7, we hope this study guide will provide you with some helpful tools (to use on your own or in a group) for learning, exploration, reflection, connection and peace. […]
Perseverance and Endurance – Marcie Yoselevsky
The long days of summer have somehow added up to short months and we are approaching a year since the events of October 7. In the midst of this time of tension and pain, we encounter Tisha B’Av. Marcie shares her reflections on Tisha B’Av and how the day feels this year. […]
Sorrow & Hope: A Study Guide for Tisha B'Av and Tu B'Av
In this complicated time, we hope this study guide will provide you with some helpful tools (to use on your own or in a group) for learning, exploration, reflection, connection and peace. […]
The measure of heroism and the measure of kindness || Yuval Linden
Yuval Linden describes his experience with the historical debate of "Do we light a menorah according to Shamai or Hillel?" We invite you to read and see how this age-old debate played out in a modern way, and what was the final decision of Yuval's army unit was on how to light their menorah this Hanukkah. […]
Kabbalat Shabbat these last weeks – an Interview with Vered Avidan
This week, Marcie Yoselevsky, External Relations Associate at BINA speaks with Vered Avidan about leading Kabbalat Shabbat these last weeks. […]
An American in Israel at War – an interview with BINA MITF Participant
Marcie Yoselevsky, External Relations Associate at BINA speaks with BINA MITF Program Participant Jeremy Brian Randall. Jeremy, How has the past month been for you? Did you consider returning to the States? […]
Reflections on the events in Israel – an Interview with Ayala Dekel
Marcie Yoselevsky, External Relations Associate at BINA speaks with Ayala Dekel, Head of the BINA Secular Yeshiva. Can you describe for us what life has looked like for you, both at home and at work, since Oct 7? […]
What I Learned in My First
Five Months at BINA MITF Tel Aviv+
MITF Fellow Samantha Acriche from New York reflects on the physical spaces and experiences that made her time so special while working in Nazareth and living in Nof HaGalil. Read on to find out more! […]
Living and Working in the
North of Israel | BINA MITF Tel Aviv+
MITF Fellow Samantha Acriche from New York reflects on the physical spaces and experiences that made her time so special while working in Nazareth and living in Nof HaGalil. Read on to find out more! […]
Celebrating the Holidays in Israel
| BINA MITF Tel Aviv+
MITF Fellow Aly Danick reflects on her experience celebrating Hanukkah and Christmas in Israel and abroad, and how she found ways to embrace the festive spirit while being far from home. Read on to find out more! […]
Hanukkah Interview with
MITF Fellows | BINA
Our MITF Fellows have celebrated Hanukkah with loved ones, traveled, and embraced the festive atmosphere in Israel. BINA had the opportunity to interview Fellows Alexa and Noam to discuss their experiences celebrating Hanukkah in Israel, their favorite parts about the holiday, and more. Read on to find out their thoughts and how they’ve been celebrating! […]
Shining a Light on Hanukkah During
the Holiday Season | BINA
Happy Hanukkah from BINA! To commemorate the second night, BINA External Relations Associate Emma Lillianthal shares her experience growing up in a small town in the United States and how she made Hanukkah a memorable and meaningful holiday amidst other holidays that coincide. Read on to find out more! […]
Culture Shock | BINA MITF Tel Aviv+
BINA MITF Fellow Alexa Schwartz from Los Angeles, California, shares her experiences of culture shock and self-discovery in her new home of Kiryat Gat. In her post, she describes the many moments of learning and growth that she has experienced as she adapts to life in a new country. Read the full article below to find out more! […]
The Generosity of Strangers | BINA MITF Tel Aviv+
BINA MITF Fellow Allison Cohen talks about the many acts of generosity she has received from the amazing people that she has met while living in Nof HaGalil and teaching in Nazareth. Read on to find out more about the amazing and generous people she has met during her time living and teaching in Israel! […]
A Day in the Life of a MITF Fellow
| MITF Tel Aviv+
MITF Fellow Ellie Shafron gives snapshots and glimpses into her daily life of living and teaching in Beit She’an with … […]
Top Restaurants to Try in Tel Aviv / MITF Tel Aviv+
MITF Fellow Tiffany Hamilton shares a list of her favorite restaurant spots in Tel Aviv that she discovered so far … […]
