Adina Newberg sees the ideals of Israel's Declaration of Independence under increasing pressure, but also acted out by community leaders.

The Israeli-Jewish Renaissance is reclaiming Jewish tradition as the rightful inheritance of all Jews, including Israel’s secular majority. It seeks new, contemporary meaning and inspiration in text study, social action, and prayer communities. The Reconstructionist movement has much in common with this growing progressive voice, both in its approach to prayer and study, and in its commitment to social justice and democracy, especially at times of increasing intolerance and fear.
For more information, visit our Gateways to the Israeli-Jewish Renaissance Facebook page

The Israeli-Jewish Renaissance is reclaiming Jewish tradition as the rightful inheritance of all Jews, including Israel’s secular majority. It seeks new, contemporary meaning and inspiration in text study, social action, and prayer communities. The Reconstructionist movement has much in common with this growing progressive voice, both in its approach to prayer and study, and in its commitment to social justice and democracy, especially at times of increasing intolerance and fear.
For more information, visit our Gateways to the Israeli-Jewish Renaissance Facebook page
Writing from Israeli during a tense period, Adina Newberg reflects on Hanukkah's imagery of light in the darkness.
Words of remembrance and appreciation on the loss of Israeli leader Yossi Sarid
Adina Newberg, an Israeli-American, describes the inner transition that comes with travelling between her two homelands.
