for Saturday, April 13, 2024

Israel ›

0 Israel History

Elissa Wald in Future of Jewish

The essay reflects on Israel's historical resilience amid challenges, drawing parallels to the Yom Kippur War and current events, stressing the importance of supporting Israel.

0 Israel Antisemitism

Jews who blame Israel for antisemitism are only helping antisemites

Sruli Fruchter in Forward

The article discusses the relationship between Israel's actions and antisemitism, arguing that blaming Israel for antisemitism only serves to aid antisemites by absolving them of their responsibility.

0 Israel Sports

Israel signs agreement with South American soccer federation, paving way for elite international competition

Juan Melamed in JTA

Israel's soccer association has signed a cooperation agreement with South America's soccer confederation, CONMEBOL, allowing Israel to potentially participate in elite tournaments like the Copa America and Copa Libertadores.

0 Israel Politics

'Nothing is really clear or certain or safe': Israelis grapple with powerlessness in face of Iran threat

Susan Greene in Forward

Amid escalating tensions with Iran following the killing of a top Iranian commander, Israelis are grappling with feelings of powerlessness and fear, prompting some to adopt measures like buying guns or preparing for disasters.

0 Israel Politics

Israel is ripping the Islamic terrorists to shreds, as it should.

Joshua Hoffman in Future of Jewish

The text discusses Israel's military actions against Hamas in Gaza, detailing strategic operations, including a significant combatant-to-civilian casualty ratio favoring Israel.

0 Israel Music

‘Now You Are in Heaven, and the Only Thing Left Is Pain’

Magali Druscovich in Tablet

Ron Shemer, a nature lover and devoted family member from Lod, Israel, was tragically killed at the Nova music festival by terrorists from Gaza.

Communities ›

0 Communities Politics

How to host a Seder when everyone is talking past each other and strongly disagrees about the war

Jay Michaelson in Forward

Amidst disagreements over Israel and heightened emotions, the Passover Seder offers a platform to navigate differing perspectives and foster empathy.

0 Communities Holidays

How to host a Seder when everyone is talking past each other and strongly disagrees about the war

Jay Michaelson in Forward

The article discusses hosting a Seder when participants strongly disagree about the war in Israel.

0 Communities Leadership

We need to invest in our Yodas

Rachel Kohn in eJewishPhilanthropy

Rabbi Josh Feigelson emphasizes the need to invest in supporting rabbis, cantors, and spiritual leaders, who serve as essential guides and mentors for the Jewish community.

0 Communities Education

Our moment is now

Rachel Kohn in eJewishPhilanthropy

The text emphasizes the importance of Jewish camps in fostering a vibrant Jewish future and addressing challenges faced by Jewish youth, such as rising anxiety and antisemitism.

0 Communities History

From Alvin Ailey to Elie Wiesel, 14 standout moments from 150 years of the 92nd Street Y

Julia Gergely in JTA

The 92nd Street Y, a Jewish cultural institution in New York, was founded in 1874 as the Young Mens Hebrew Association and has since become a prominent venue for dance, music, lectures, and more.

Antisemitism ›

0 Antisemitism Education

The ADL’s new ‘report card’ for campus antisemitism gets an F from Hillel and some Jewish students

Andrew Lapin in JTA

The Anti-Defamation League (ADL) unveiled a Campus Antisemitism Report Card grading 85 colleges and universities on their efforts to combat antisemitism, with only two schools, Brandeis and Elon, earning an A. Some Jewish students and Hillel directors disagreed with the grades, feeling they oversimplified complex Jewish campus experiences.

0 Antisemitism Gender/Identity

‘I want to find Blaze as much as you do’: Call from Blaze Bernstein’s alleged murderer to distraught parents played at trial

Louis Keene in Forward

In the trial for the murder of Blaze Bernstein, the alleged murderer, Samuel Woodward, made a chilling phone call to Bernsteins parents claiming he wanted to find Blaze as much as they did.

0 Antisemitism Education

Former Cornell student who threatened to shoot up kosher dining hall pleads guilty

Forward

A former Cornell University student, Patrick Dai, pleaded guilty to threatening to harm Jewish students, including planning to shoot up the kosher dining hall.

0 Antisemitism Politics

Can you address antisemitism at the ballot box?

Arno Rosenfeld in Forward

The Beacon Coalition, a new organization in Pittsburgh, is focusing on combating antisemitism at the local level by raising awareness, endorsing political candidates based on their stance on antisemitism, and engaging with the community.

0 Antisemitism Culture

Is it too dark for the (Jewish) stars to come out?

Jewish Chronicle

The author reflects on the challenges of displaying Jewish identity in a climate of rising antisemitism in London.

Politics ›

0 Politics Communities

David Wolkinson: Prioritizing National Security

Moment in Moment

David Wolkinson, an Orthodox Jewish real estate investor and Republican-leaning voter, emphasizes national security as his top priority in politics, expressing concern over Trump's handling of foreign policy, particularly regarding Ukraine and Russia.

0 Politics History

“Nothing Is Immutable” - Literary scholar Saree Makdisi discusses Zionism’s structures of denial, imperial racial logics, and the horizon of coexistence.

Claire Schwartz in Jewish Currents

Literary scholar Saree Makdisi delves into Zionism's denial tactics, imperial racial logics, and the potential for coexistence.

0 Politics Antisemitism

The attack on an Iranian journalist in London should be a warning to us all

Politics and Investigations editor in Jewish Chronicle

Pouria Zeraati, a journalist at Iran International TV, barely survived an attack by a hit squad outside his London home, believed to be orchestrated by Iran's Revolutionary Guards.

0 Politics Israel

Analysis: Will Iran's threats bridge the U.S.-Israel rift?

Jacob Kornbluh in Forward

The article discusses the strained U.S.-Israeli relations due to disagreements over the Gaza conflict but suggests that Iran's threats against Israel might actually strengthen the U.S.' commitment to Israel's security.

0 Politics Education

Path to Peace: How to Deradicalize the Palestinians

Nachum Kaplan in Future of Jewish

The text discusses the importance of deradicalizing Palestinians as a crucial step towards achieving peace in the region.

0 Politics Israel

Virginia congressional candidate Derrick Anderson says his military experience shapes his Middle East policy

Marc Rod in Jewish Insider

Derrick Anderson, a retired Green Beret and Republican candidate for Congress in Virginias 7th District, draws on his military experience in the Middle East to shape his policy views.

Sports ›

0 Sports Israel

The Jewish Sport Report: A Jewish comedian makes his pitch for baseball history

Jacob Gurvis in JTA

Jewish comedian Eitan Levine is aiming to set a new record for the most ceremonial first pitches thrown in a baseball season, with a goal of reaching 50 pitches to raise $100,000 for the Make-A-Wish Foundation.

Food ›

0 Food Jewish Law

A methuselah of Chardonnay? A solomon of Champagne? How big wine bottles got so biblical

Mira Fox in Forward

The article discusses the biblical origins and significance behind the naming of large wine bottle sizes, such as Methuselah, Nebuchadnezzar, and others.

0 Food Television/Film

Nickelodeon’s ‘The Tiny Chef Show’ Brings Us the Cutest Matzah Ball Soup Ever

Lior Zaltzman in Kveller

Nickelodeon's The Tiny Chef Show premiered an endearing episode featuring the creation of matzah ball soup by its tiny stop-motion cast, though without explicitly referencing Judaism or Passover.

0 Food History

An Ashkenazi delicacy made of fish sperm

Barbara Kirshenblatt-Gimblett in Forward

Kratsborsht is a traditional Ashkenazi dish made from the sperm of a mature male herring and served with herring, bread, and potatoes.

0 Food Education

Former JFS pupil and Gordon Ramsay trainee wins restaurant cooking award

Jewish Chronicle

Former JFS pupil Stella Harris, a trainee chef at Gordon Ramsay's Savoy Grill, won a cookery award for her lamb dish inspired by her Jewish background.

Holidays ›

0 Holidays Communities

Where to find a Passover seder in New York City in 2024

Julia Gergely in JTA

For Passover in New York City in 2024, there are various options beyond traditional family seders, including public and online seders.

0 Holidays

Create your own stylish and smart silhouette for Sederim... and spring

Jewish Chronicle

The text discusses fashion trends for Sederim and spring, highlighting the importance of versatile pieces suitable for various occasions.

Television/Film ›

0 Television/Film Communities

Eroticism and faith merge in a haunting TV series about a married rabbi and a troubled young woman

Simi Horwitz in Forward

"Fire Dance" is a TV series set in a Haredi world, focusing on the complex relationship between a troubled young woman, Feigie, and a charismatic married rabbi named Nathan.

0 Television/Film Holocaust

Israeli Actress Hadas Yaron Faces Her Own Family History in ‘We Were the Lucky Ones’

Lior Zaltzman in Kveller

Israeli actress Hadas Yaron, known for her roles in both Israeli and American productions, including the Holocaust drama "We Were the Lucky Ones," found herself deeply connected to her own family history during filming.

Culture ›

0 Culture Education

I Wanted to Start Observing Shabbat. We Had to Start Somewhere.

Chaya Handsman in Kveller

A couple embarks on starting to observe Shabbat with their young children, borrowing supplies and delving into the rituals despite some uncertainties.

0 Culture Sports

This Jewish comedian hopes to set a new baseball record

Luke Tress in JTA

Comedian Eitan Levine is attempting to break the Guinness World Record for the most ceremonial opening pitches thrown in one baseball season, aiming to throw 50 first pitches across various minor league stadiums and some major league teams.

Holocaust ›

0 Holocaust Communities

In a gripping documentary, a synagogue welcomes the stranger by taking in a migrant family

PJ Grisar in Forward

The documentary "All We Carry" follows the journey of a young Honduran family - Magdiel, Mirna, and their children - as they flee violence and seek asylum in the U.S.

Education ›

0 Education Communities

No Do-Overs: The Healing Power of Letting Go

Jewdicious

The author reflects on their Jewish upbringing and the impact of a conflict between their passion for baseball and the requirement to attend Confirmation class in high school, showing lingering resentment towards their parents for forcing them to leave baseball practices for class.

0 Education Israel

Our moment is now

Rachel Kohn in eJewishPhilanthropy

The text emphasizes the importance of Jewish camps as a vital tool for building a vibrant Jewish future, especially in the face of recent hardships and challenges faced by Jewish children.

0 Education Israel

Telling Israel’s Story To Millions

Gary Rosenblatt in Between The Lines

OpenDor Media, led by Noam Weissman, aims to engage young people in Jewish and Israeli topics through Unpacked, offering videos, podcasts, and articles that provide balanced perspectives on issues like Israel, the Middle East conflict, and anti-Semitism.

History ›

0 History Israel

The story of King Herod you’ve probably never heard

Jewish Chronicle

Martin Goodman, in his book "Herod the Great: Jewish King in a Roman World," dismantles the Christian myth surrounding King Herod and sheds light on the historical account provided by the Jewish historian Josephus.

0 History Communities

Czech it out – the best city breaks in Czechia apart from Prague

Anthea Gerrie in Jewish Chronicle

Czechia offers more than just Prague as a travel destination, with cities like Brno and Olomouc providing rich cultural heritage, architectural gems, and significant Jewish history.

Leadership ›

0 Leadership Communities

We need to invest in our Yodas

Rachel Kohn in eJewishPhilanthropy

At a crucial moment for the Jewish community, Rabbi Josh Feigelson emphasizes the need to invest in supporting our rabbis, cantors, and spiritual leaders, whom he likens to Yodas – guiding, educating, and nurturing our communities.

Jewish Law ›

0 Jewish Law Politics

Everyone Has the Right to Rest on Their Sabbath

Nathan Lewin in Tablet

In 1984, a legal case involving the Sabbath rights of employees in Connecticut brought attention to the religious implications of labor laws.

Literature ›

0 Literature History

Juan Gelman: Four Ladino Poems

Ilan Stavans in Tablet

Juan Gelman, a renowned Latin American poet, was a Yiddish speaker known for his leftist views that opposed Argentina's military dictatorship.

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