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Rabbi reflects on war, antisemitism and securing synagogues

WBUR | By Peter O'Dowd

Published April 17, 2026 at 10:55 AM CDT

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Rabbi Andy Green at Congregation Or Tzion in Scottsdale, Arizona. (Peter O'Dowd/Here & Now)

With a ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon in effect, host Peter O’Dowd visits Congregation Or Tzion in Scottsdale, Arizona.

Rabbi Andy Green reflects on the war in the Middle East. The rise of violence against Jews around the world has made armed security guards at synagogues like Or Tzion a common sight during of worship.

This article was originally published on WBUR.org.