Just as Moses and Aaron had proven their God-approved mettle, “the new federal constitution,” which, in Franklin’s view, had “been unreasonably and vehemently opposed,” would ultimately prevail by God’s grace.

Liberation of the slaves was a cause long dear to Jewish hearts.

Tomer Persico’s “In God’s Image: How Western Civilization Was Shaped by a Revolutionary Idea” is a tour de force — with a twist. Tracing the history of the concept, he suggests the Deity perhaps planted the seeds for His own modern demise.

Abraham Lincoln established the yearly American practice of finding – amidst our personal and national battles – sources of brightness within them, and being thankful for them.

America’s third president’s home survived thanks to the efforts of a proud Jew thankful for freedom of religion in the United States.

No doubt Adams kept Aaron’s model in mind as his own political career advanced. He would seek to emulate Aaron’s elocution upon being elected president, bringing the High Priest’s legacy with him to the White House.

Its pages attest to the miraculous nature of Jewish survival and the invaluable contribution of one covenantal nation, the United States, to another, in ensuring the spiritual flourishing of the Nation of Israel.

With God’s help, as Israel heads into its Independence Day celebration, the Jewish state will continue in its mission of serving as a source of wisdom and inspiration for its minority groups and nations throughout the globe.