Israel

"He'arat Shulayim," directed by Joseph Cedar, is an Israeli film focusing on the tensions between father and son professors in the Hebrew University's Talmud department.
Jacqueline Rose's "The Question of Zion" explores the idea of a binational Arab-Jewish state advocated by thinkers like Martin Buber and Hannah Arendt, criticizing political Zionism for not adopting this model.
Eliaz Cohen, an Israeli poet and Religious Zionist living in the West Bank, addresses the challenge faced by settler-artists in his work.
The text discusses differing perspectives on political and religious developments in the Jewish world, focusing on critiques of figures like Lord Rabbi Jonathan Sacks and discussions about Arab-Israeli relations and Jewish cooking.
Elazar Stern, a former IDF general with a Religious Zionist background, details his journey through the ranks in his memoir "Navigations."
Hadag Nahash, a prominent Israeli hip-hop band founded in Jerusalem in 1996, is known for its self-aggrandizing lyrics, social critiques, and unique use of Hebrew literary traditions in their songs.
The book "Let My People Go" by Gal Beckerman chronicles the struggle for Soviet Jewry from the 1960s to the early 1990s, detailing how individuals like Natan Sharansky, with support from Jews worldwide and non-Jewish allies, fought against Soviet oppression to secure the freedom of Soviet Jews.
David Grossman's novel "To The End of The Land" is a powerful exploration of love, loss, and family bonds set against the backdrop of military conflict in Israel.
The "Letters, Summer 2010" from the Jewish Review of Books features discussions on various topics.
The text explores the historical relationship between the kibbutz movement and the State of Israel, detailing the challenges faced by the kibbutzim since the country's independence in 1948.
The text explores the Old-New Debate surrounding Theodor Herzl, the Founding Father of Israel, and his relationship with Ahad Haam, a Jewish intellectual and critic.
In the text "What the U.S. Can and Can't Do in the Middle East," the authors Dennis Ross and David Makovsky reflect on the ability of the United States to influence the Middle East peace process.
The author and his wife planned to live among settlers in Elon Moreh to write a book, hoping for unbiased observation.
Last fall, religious conflicts in Israel included protests at the Intel factory in Jerusalem over Sabbath work and clashes about public observance of Jewish practices, highlighting the tension between religious beliefs and secular values.
A group of nearly 9,000 Bnei Menashe from northeastern India, believing themselves to be descendants of the Israelite tribe of Menashe, is making aliyah to Israel.
Michael Oren, former Israeli ambassador to the U.S. and a historian, draws parallels between the current state of affairs in Israel and critical moments in history, likening the situation to May 1967 or May 1948 due to a multitude of threats including Iran's nuclear ambitions, Hezbollah in Lebanon, Hamas in Gaza, and the civil war in Syria.
Rabbi Sharon Brous explains her decision to vote for President Obama, urging thoughtful Jewish voters to consider two key points regardless of personal opinions: not to base their vote on unfounded fears regarding Obama's support for Israel, as his actions demonstrate strong backing for the country, and not to dismiss significant policy differences between Romney and Obama, highlighting Romney's shifting stances and the potential impact of conservative influences.
The text describes the evolution of Israeli fashion, from the austerity measures of the early years of the State of Israel to the present rift in the industry regarding fashion events.
Jamie Kirchick, a seasoned writer for Tablet based in Berlin, is set to lead a new column called Continental Drift.
The author recounts his experience of signing a letter urging Prime Minister Netanyahu not to adopt the Levy Commission Report, believing it may alienate American Jews, lead to international backlash, and hinder a strategic conversation about Israel's future borders.
In a recent article in Tablet Magazine, various topics were discussed, including a personal story of falling in love with a religious girl, a conversation with centenarian critic M.H. Abrams, and a report indicating no military strikes on Iran's nuclear facilities before the U.S. Election Day.
As the anniversary of the #j14 protests approaches, there are signs of splintering within the movement in Israel.
A farming village in central Syria was reportedly shelled by Assad's army, resulting in the deaths of about 200 people.
The text discusses the ongoing saga of replacing the Tal Law in Israel, which aimed to draft more Haredim and Arab Israelis for civil and military service.
The author reflects on his father's experiences in Israel post-World War II, highlighting issues of inequality and favoritism towards certain groups in Israeli society such as settlers, the ultra-Orthodox, and the elite.

Top authors in Israel

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