From the Global Front in Israel
The author reflects on a week of relentless missile strikes over Israel, describing the physical devastation and the deeper psychological shock it creates. The piece contrasts the overt violence in the Middle East with the subtler, yet growing, cultural authoritarianism and moral polarization in Western societies. It questions how individuals can discern truth and maintain authentic community ties amid pervasive fear and ideological pressure. Ultimately, the writer urges a search for genuine joy and meaning despite an increasingly toxic global environment.
From the Global Front in Israel
The author reflects on Israel’s missile barrage coinciding with the nation’s 3,338th Passover, noting how households scramble to purge chametz in preparation for the holiday. He connects the physical act of cleaning homes to the biblical mandate of removing sin,...
From the Global Front in Israel
The author recounts a recent missile alert in Jerusalem after hearing a siren warning of incoming Iranian rockets. While the missiles ultimately veered toward central Israel, the experience sparked a personal question about whether Iran could ever target the Dome...