About the Author


Rabbi Shraga Simmons

Rabbi Shraga Simmons is the co-founder of Aish.com, and co-author of "48 Ways to Wisdom" (ArtScroll). He is Founder and Director of Aish.com's advanced learning site. He is co-founder of HonestReporting.com, and author of "David & Goliath", the definitive account of anti-Israel media bias. Originally from Buffalo, New York, he holds a degree in journalism from the University of Texas at Austin, and rabbinic ordination from the Chief Rabbi of Jerusalem. He lives with his wife and children in the Modi'in region of Israel.


Between Truth and Propaganda

The Jewish American Summit is a crucial call to action.

Gaza’s Christians Are Under Attack—But Not By Israel

A mistaken Israeli strike sparks global outrage—while Hamas’s brutal persecution of Christians is ignored. The real threat to Gaza’s Christians isn't Israel. It’s Hamas.

“Death to the IDF” Hate-Fest Broadcasted Live on BBC

The dangerous mainstreaming of words as weapons of war.

First Responder at the Beersheba Missile Strikes

Amidst falling missiles, chaos and destruction, a powerful firsthand account of Beersheba’s darkest hours. An Aish.com exclusive.

America Bombs Iran: Defanging the Persian Bear

Iran crossed the red line. Israel and America responded and the world watches a new dawn.

Digitally Yours: Can AI Replace Human Connection?

Virtual relationships promise comfort and perfection—but at the expense of what makes us human.

Shavuot Learn-a-thon

Awakening from our national slumber.

Heroes on the Border

How do we respond when a Hezbollah killer goes free?

Small Acts, Eternal Consequences

The razor-close U.S. elections prove that no act, however small, goes unnoticed in the grand eternal plan.

Jewish Captives In Iran

Thirteen Jews held captive in Iran are threatened with capital punishment for spying.

Celebration of Terror

When Palestinians celebrate terror attacks, the media is strong-armed into suppressing its coverage. Here's why.

Israeli Ambassador in Space

Col. Ilan Ramon will orbit the earth in search of Jewish unity. An exclusive interview with Aish.com.

Ramon's Legacy

He embodies some of Israel's highest aspirations, most painful memories, and the dream of Jewish unity.

Shrek's Mazal

This summer's blockbuster hit is peppered with Jewish messages, thanks in part to one scriptwriter and his own wild Jewish saga.

Why Not Intermarry?

Exploring some rational reasons.

Filling Asaf Ramons Void

The death of Asaf Ramon is a shocking national tragedy.

7 Questions with Danny Ayalon

Israel’s Deputy Foreign Minister speaks about Jewish values, the Iranian threat, and evangelical Christians.

The Intifada’s Toll

What exactly was Facebook promoting?

Goldstone's Feeble Backtrack

Goldstone’s attempt at repentance is filled with disingenuous claims and even outright lies.

Yom Tzedakah

A special day to educate and inspire toward charitable giving.

Lost & Found in LA

Embodying Jewish values is the best PR for Torah and the Jewish people.

Olympic Silence

Forty years after 11 athletes were murdered in Munich, Israel still mourns alone.

Gaza: The Spiritual Response

How you can join the battle.

IDF Integrates Special Needs Soldiers

A foiled terror attack provides the inspiration for new levels of inclusion.

The Unified Nation Theory

Thoughts from the funeral of the three teens.

Campus Mezuzah Attacks

At one California college, anti-Semitism repeatedly rears its ugly head.

Ambassador for Israel

A tribute to Charley Levine, the Israeli-Texan PR giant.

Spreading the Light

For Dovid Winiarz, life was an outpouring of love and joy. His loss leaves a gaping hole in American Jewry.

Canada's Ambassador to Israel

Decades later, the pro-Israel Vivian Bercovici returns home. Aish.com exclusive.

Calling Charles Schumer a Traitor

The Jews are being blamed again.

Kippah: A Blessing On Your Head

It is perhaps the most instantly identifiable mark of a Jew. When and why do we wear a kippah?

Saving Lives through Israeli Innovation

Eli Beer of United Hatzalah has transformed emergency medical care.

Alibaba Loves Israel

Jack Ma, China's most successful entrepreneur, kvells over the Jewish state.

Moshav Modi’im Destroyed by Fire

Devastation strikes an oasis of music, love and joy.

When Terrorists Abuse Israel’s Humanitarianism

Palestinian bomb-maker exploits “medical permit” to carry out terror attacks.

Rabbi Yitzchak Berkovits to be Inaugurated as Rosh Yeshiva of Aish HaTorah

The leadership torch is passed to a beloved teacher, Torah scholar – and Aish insider.

Rabbi Yitzchak Berkovits Inaugurated as Rosh Yeshiva of Aish HaTorah

Hundreds gather from around the world for this once-in-a-lifetime celebration.

Pico-Robertson: Story of a Torah Boomtown

How Aish Los Angeles helped transform a Jewish neighborhood.

Essential Jewish Library

Ten books that are essential to any Jewish home.

The Chosen People

Appreciating an often-misunderstood idea.

Animal Offerings

Understanding their relevance to the 21st century.

After 505 Days in Hamas Hell, Tal Shoham Is Free

How I formed a personal connection with a hostage I never met.

Yona Brief’s Heroic 417-Day Battle

How a wounded Israeli soldier became a national symbol of heroism, Jewish values and self-sacrifice.

Outcry Against Casting an Israeli Jew to Play Mary in Netflix Film

Anti-Israel activists who falsely claim that Jesus was “Palestinian” are crying foul.

Weaponizing Wikipedia against Israel

How the global information pipeline is being hijacked by digital jihadists.

The Year of Moral Inversion

This Rosh Hashanah, the challenge to “choose life” is more urgent than ever.

Beep Beep: Israel’s Ingenious Attack on Hezbollah

The beeper attack highlights anti-Israel hypocrisy around the world.

An Open Letter to Hersh Goldberg's Parents

Today, as you get up from sitting shiva, we bless you to stay strong and survive. We pledge to never lose focus that what unites us is greater than what divides us.

Israel Memorial Day: This Is What I'll Be Thinking About

Since Oct 7, more than 600 soldiers and 800 civilians have been killed. This is the deadliest year for Israelis since the Yom Kippur War. Here are three things I’ll be thinking at this solemn time.

The Intense Antisemitism of Haman, Hitler and Hamas

The greater evil always attacks the greater good.

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