ancient Israel

If American history read like the Bible

By Thomas Reese — November 8, 2022
(RNS) — If the Bible exposes the flaws of our spiritual forefathers, why should American history cover up the failings of our founders?

The Mormon Israel and the problem with “Let God prevail”

By Jana Riess — March 29, 2021
The overall idea of translating "Israel" as "let God prevail" ignores the original story, in which Jacob actively refuses to let God prevail.

Jewish priestess movement seeks to reclaim the divine feminine

By Yonat Shimron — October 11, 2016
DURHAM, N.C. (RNS) This Yom Kippur, some Jewish priestesses are gathering in a circle for a mix of prayers, chants, songs and meditations -- all of which incorporate references to the divine feminine.
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