A concise reflection on how the sudden Israel–US–Iran war didn’t ignite a new global crisis but exposed the one already burning beneath us. This summary links to my full Times of Israel article, exploring how moral collapse, rising extremism, and global numbness converged into the world we now face.
Times of Israel Blogs/Articles
Purim 2026, Israel–US–Iran War–Same Story Different Century
Purim 2026 arrives with an unsettling echo of ancient Persia, as Israel and the United States face threats from Iran. Yet even in bomb shelters, Israelis dance, choosing joy as an act of courage and declaring the oldest truth we have: Am Yisrael Chai.
Evil: The Dis-ease is Viral
A reflection on how hatred and moral blindness spread like a contagion, and why recognizing this “dis‑ease” of evil is essential if we hope to respond with courage, clarity, and humanity.
2026, Our Eyes and Actions are Wide Open
A reflection on entering 2026 with awakened awareness—seeing clearly the rise in antisemitism, the need for spiritual grounding, and the call to meet the new year with compassion, responsibility, and open eyes.
Seeking Peace in 2026
As we enter this difficult new year, many of us are truly seeking Peace in 2026, hoping for healing, safety, and a path forward. This year has been rough, but as we look back on 2025, hope remains essential. In this Times of Israel Blog, “Seeking Peace in 2026,” I share insights from spiritual teachers… Continue reading Seeking Peace in 2026
What can Jews & the World Learn from Hanukkah?
A reflection on the deeper meaning of Hanukkah and the lessons it offers Jews and the world today, especially in a year marked by conflict, resilience, and the search for moral clarity.
The Epstein Files: A Test of Conscience for the US, Israel and Beyond
A deeper look into the Epstein Files and what they reveal about conscience, power, and responsibility across the U.S., Israel, and the global community.
Lady Liberty Weeps: Jewish Safety and the Future of New York
A Foreboding and Personal Reckoning Democratic Mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani reacts as his wife, Rama Duwaji, votes at The Frank Sinatra School of the Arts on November 4, 2025, in Queens, New York City. (Alexi J. Rosenfeld / GETTY IMAGES NORTH AMERICA / Getty Images via AFP) Zohran Mamdani was just announced as the winner… Continue reading Lady Liberty Weeps: Jewish Safety and the Future of New York
Peaceful Coexistence. Amen.
We’re praying that all the hostages will come home. We rejoice with apprehension. After all, Hamas is a terror organization whose Charter calls for the obliteration of Israel and the establishment of an Islamic state in all historic Palestine. The proposal from the plan’s negotiation teams is a precursor to difficult times ahead. Will all… Continue reading Peaceful Coexistence. Amen.
October 7, 2025, Two Shocking Years — What Have We Learned?
What have we learned in these two years since the shocking events of October 7, 2023? As the world turned its gaze toward Israel, a campaign of misinformation and blame began, framing heinous acts of violence as mere resistance. The atrocities committed by Hamas were so severe that a new term, “kinocide,” was coined to describe them. This piece delves into the ongoing trauma faced by Israelis, the mental health struggles of survivors, and the troubling global response to the violence. Join us as we explore the complexities of this conflict and the urgent need for understanding and compassion.
Honoring 9/11/2025: A Living Symbol of Resilience, Rebirth, and Remembrance Video
A Short Video Honoring 9/11
Honoring 9/11/2025: A Living Symbol of Resilience, Rebirth, and Remembrance
As the world remembers 9/11, one flight’s mystery remains buried. From Gina Bennett’s warnings to the vanished passengers of Flight 23, this reflection explores grief, resilience, and the truths still waiting to surface.
Beware Diaspora Jews, Israelis, and Every Parent. Do You Understand Canary?
AB 715 Is More Than Policy—It’s Protection! Has Israel become our canary in the coal mine? What do I mean? From coal mines to classrooms: Antisemitism’s Alarming Echo. Do you remember the story behind the canary in the coal mine? It’s not a way any Jew wants to be described as, yet here we are.… Continue reading Beware Diaspora Jews, Israelis, and Every Parent. Do You Understand Canary?
Khaled Abu Toameh Shouts a Clarion Call—Will the World Listen?
I believe Israelis and Palestinians both deserve to live in Peace and have their kids play safely in their backyards. However, working on Peace for over a decade, I’ve noted, what many call Peace does not match the word’s salient definition. What follows the declaration of being a Peace activist too often recounts a one-sided… Continue reading Khaled Abu Toameh Shouts a Clarion Call—Will the World Listen?
Finding Peace for Foster Children—and for Myself
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gb8BGKqVVZM I usually write about or interview Peace organizations made up of Israelis and Palestinians for the last four years on my vodcast PEACE with Penny and/or antisemitism for the last 1 ½ in my Times of Israel Blog. It seems we are going through increasingly dark times. Unfortunately, there is too much tzuris (Yiddish for troubles) to… Continue reading Finding Peace for Foster Children—and for Myself