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Avraham ben Yizhak, also known as Abraham Sonne, was a renowned Jewish poet who introduced European modernism into Hebrew verse with his 12 influential poems.
Louis D. Brandeis: American Prophet discusses the historical significance of Louis D. Brandeis, the first Jewish nominee to the Supreme Court in 1916.
Prof. Chandra Mukerji, an expert in Communication and Science Studies, proposes in her upcoming book "Reimagining Modernity" that modernity emerged from the crisis of the Black Death, leading to significant societal changes and self-perception.
The podcast episode titled "Donald Trump & the Jewish Question" delves into various topics including the emergence of right-wing Israeli democrats, Trump's impact on Jewish political alignment, and the possibility of an Israeli national museum in 2016.
This episode of Unorthodox discusses the 1990s' cultural re-emergence, contemporary issues of marijuana legalization, and identity challenges for modern Jews.
The text reflects on the decline of the Jewish Bronx in the 1970s through the lens of the author's father, a rabbi who officiated at funerals in the area.
The text discusses the founding of the Moscow Helsinki Group, a human rights organization, on its 40th anniversary.
The Yizkor, 1943 essay reflects on the destruction of the Warsaw Ghetto during the Holocaust, focusing on the tragic fate of the Jewish community in the face of Nazi atrocities.
During World War II, French Jews played a significant role in the Resistance in France.
Miguel de Cervantes, author of Don Quixote, likely came from a converso family, sparking discussions about Jewish themes in his work.
A recently auctioned letter by former President William Howard Taft criticized Louis Brandeis' nomination to the Supreme Court, calling it anti-Semitic.
Alyza D. Lewin shares the story of how her grandmother, Peppy Sternheim Lewin, played a crucial role in rescuing 6,000 Jews from the Nazis during World War II.
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This Passover, It’s Fitting to Honor Harriet Tubman, The Anti-Slavery Hero Who Was Known as ‘Moses’
Harriet Tubman, known as "Moses" for her courageous efforts in leading slaves to freedom through the Underground Railroad, had a significant impact on African American history.
In this episode of "Unorthodox," the hosts engage with comedian David Tuchman, who shares how his comedic endeavors led him back to engaging with Jewish texts in unconventional ways.
The essay discusses the complex history of Portuguese Jews in Suriname, particularly focusing on David Nassy and his family in the seventeenth century.
Dr. Nir Arielli discusses the intriguing life of his great aunt, Leah Trachtman-Palchan, who was a Communist activist deported from British-ruled Palestine to the Soviet Union, only to later rediscover her Zionism.
Dr. Dina Moyal, a historian focusing on Soviet legal history, talks about the post-World War II trials of Nazi criminals and collaborators in the Soviet Union, shedding light on Soviet notions of justice during that time.
In his book "Ghetto: The Invention of a Place, the History of an Idea," Mitchell Duneier explores the shared history of the word "ghetto," originally inhabited by Jews in Europe and later associated with poor black neighborhoods in America.
The article discusses the connection between Jewish baseball players and the concept of failure in both baseball and life.
In a discussion on the Tel Aviv Review, host Gilad Halpern and Vivian Liska, a professor of German literature, delve into the theme of Jewish exile as a metaphor in her upcoming book.
The text discusses various topics related to Jewish thought and tradition.
Benjamin Disraeli, a prominent British prime minister, had a lasting impact on British politics and conservative ideology even after his death.
"The article discusses the enduring fame and comedic legacy of the Marx Brothers, focusing on Groucho Marx in particular. Despite initial rankings, the Marx Brothers gained lasting popularity and are recognized alongside iconic comedians like Charlie Chaplin and Laurel & Hardy. The brothers' brand of anarchic, zany humor was a hit in vaudeville, Broadway, and movies, challenging social norms with irreverent humor. The Jewish background of the Marx family, with a mother driving their showbiz careers and Groucho's intellectual pursuits, adds depth to their story. Groucho's complex personal life, including financial struggles and rocky relationships, is explored, highlighting his darker side despite his comedic genius. The impact of their comedic bits and movies, such as Duck Soup and A Night at the Opera, is noted, with Groucho's wit and iconic lines still remembered today, cementing their place in comedy history."
In Hillel Cohen's examination of the 1929 Arab-Jewish conflict in Palestine, he challenges the traditional Zionist narrative by portraying the attacks on Jews as expressions of Arab frustration at perceived Zionist encroachment on their land.
The Monks Haggadah, a unique Passover haggadah kept in a Bavarian monastery since the late 15th century, was discovered during the secularization process.