In advance of Shavuot, a rabbinical student finds meaning in the efforts of progressive Israelis to connect their faith to the values of equality, democracy, and freedom.

NIF’s Rabbinic Intern offers a challenge: Ask a question to someone you disagree with on Israel-Palestine, and respond to them only with curiosity. You might be surprised what happens.

Rabbis from across Israel gathered in Holot to raise awareness – and demand government action – for the strangers among us.