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0 Torah Jewish Law

Rabbi Joseph Hirsch Dünner (Ritzad): A (Mostly) Forgotten Pioneer of Academic Talmud

Isaac Roszler in Lehrhaus

Rabbi Joseph Hirsch Dnner (Ritzad) was a pioneering but largely overlooked academic scholar of the Babylonian Talmud, influential in combining traditional learning with modern critical methods.

Politics ›

0 Politics Israel

Farewell to the Abraham Accords

Lee Smith in Tablet

The article by Lee Smith examines the complicated legacy of the Abraham Accords and the geopolitical dynamics between the United States, Israel, and Saudi Arabia.

0 Politics Antisemitism

‘Confused young groypers’: Jewish Republicans reckon with resurgent antisemitism on the right

Gabby Deutch in Jewish Insider

The rise of antisemitic sentiments and rhetoric in certain segments of the American political right has become a significant concern even among pro-Israel Jewish Republicans.

0 Politics Israel

Palestinian identity politics makes peace with Israel impossible.

Joshua Hoffman in Future of Jewish

Joshua Hoffman's article argues that Palestinian identity politics complicate any potential peace with Israel, emphasizing the fragmented Palestinian political landscape.

0 Politics Israel

A new scheme dishonoring victims of Oct. 7 — hatched by Israel's own government

Dan Perry in Forward

The article discusses the controversy surrounding the Israeli government's response to the Hamas attack on October 7, 2023.

0 Politics Jewish Law

Vance, Tucker, Ner Yisrael and R. Feldman

Natan Slifkin in Rationalist Judaism

Natan Slifkin addresses the controversy surrounding R. Aharon Feldman's support of R. Yitzchak Yosef’s opposition to IDF enlistment, apologizing for previously generalizing the Baltimore Jewish community's views.

0 Politics Israel

Zero Tolerance for Religious Extremists

Emes Ve-Emunah

Religious extremism, particularly among a minority of settlers in Israel's West Bank, poses a greater existential threat to the state than external terrorist organizations like Hamas.

0 Politics Antisemitism

Trump defends Tucker Carlson, whose interview with antisemite Nick Fuentes split Republicans

Andrew Lapin in JTA

Amid ongoing debates about antisemitism within the Republican Party, former President Trump defended Tucker Carlson's decision to interview self-proclaimed antisemite Nick Fuentes.

0 Politics Antisemitism

Trump can’t levy antisemitism fines against the University of California, judge rules

Andrew Lapin in JTA

A federal judge has ruled against the Trump administration's attempt to impose over $1 billion in fines on the University of California (UC) system for alleged failures in addressing antisemitism on campus, particularly in the wake of the October 2023 Hamas attacks.

0 Politics Antisemitism

On final visit to Israel as mayor, Adams makes a closing argument against Mamdani

Jacob Kornbluh in Forward

Outgoing New York City Mayor Eric Adams made a final visit to Israel, emphasizing his support against rising antisemitism and contrasting his views with those of mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani, a critic of Israel.

0 Politics Israel

Israel said to eye new defense agreement with U.S. as future of military assistance faces uncertainty

Matthew Shea in Jewish Insider

As Israel's current 10-year military assistance agreement with the U.S. approaches expiration in 2028, discussions have begun for a new 20-year deal to extend their defense partnership.

0 Politics Culture

‘Anti-Zionism’ is what happens when Jews ignore what it means to be Jewish.

Hava Mendelle in Future of Jewish

Hava Mendelle argues that anti-Zionism among Jews is rooted in a historical process of redefining Jewish identity from a nation to a religion, a process initiated by imperial powers throughout history.

Education ›

0 Education Israel

The strategic majority: Rethinking Israel engagement on campus

eJewishPhilanthropy

Amid rising antisemitism and anti-Israel sentiment on American college campuses, engaging students through career-oriented experiences offers a promising alternative to traditional responses like counterprotests and legal actions.

0 Education Culture

What will Jewish education look like in 2050?

eJewishPhilanthropy

As Jewish communities look towards 2050, they face the challenge of re-envisioning education to remain engaging and relevant amidst rapid global changes and generational shifts.

Culture ›

0 Culture History

Jewish Actor Saul Rubinek Thinks of His Zayde Every Night Before Performing “Playing Shylock”

Lior Zaltzman in Kveller

Saul Rubinek, a son of Holocaust survivors, performs his play "Playing Shylock" at New York's Polonsky Shakespeare Center, where he explores Jewish identity and antisemitism.

0 Culture Jewish Law

Yes, LoveShackFancy Carries Judaica

Lior Zaltzman in Kveller

LoveShackFancy, known for its vintage-inspired, floral aesthetic, surprisingly offers Judaica items, including a $300 menorah adorned with pink flowers.

0 Culture History

Hey, Irving — why are there so many Jews named Irving?

Ben Yagoda in Forward

The phenomenon of Jewish parents in early 20th-century America favoring certain "upper-crust" British surnames like Irving for their sons is explored in depth by Ben Yagoda.

Holocaust ›

0 Holocaust Ethics

German auction house calls off ‘shameless’ sale of concentration camp artifacts

Shira Li Bartov in Forward

A German auction house has canceled the proposed sale of hundreds of Holocaust artifacts from Auschwitz and Buchenwald following public outcry, especially criticism from Holocaust survivor groups.

History ›

0 History Art

How Mussolini's Jewish lover changed Fascist art and design

Cathryn J. Prince in Forward

Margherita Sarfatti, a Venetian Jew and Benito Mussolini's lover, significantly influenced the visual language of Italian Fascism through her advocacy for Futurist art.

0 History Culture

A Coffee Table Book With 100 Jewish Artifacts

Cathryn J. Prince in Hadassah

The YIVO Institute for Jewish Research has launched a commemorative coffee table book titled "100 Objects: From the Collections of the YIVO Institute for Jewish Research," showcasing a diverse array of Jewish artifacts from their extensive archives.

Communities ›

0 Communities History

Rabbi Mayer Moskowitz z”l, on Hasidic life in pre-war Czernowitz

Rukhl Schaechter in Forward

Rabbi Mayer Moskowitz provided a unique perspective on Jewish life in pre-war Czernowitz, highlighting its vibrant Hasidic community alongside its renowned status as a cultural hub.

Prayer ›

0 Prayer Culture

How prayer found me when I found it hard to pray

Rabbi Jessica Fisher in JTA

Rabbi Jessica Fisher shares her personal journey with prayer during a period of severe depression, highlighting how contemporary music inspired by Jewish liturgy helped her find comfort and connection.

Philosophy ›

0 Philosophy Culture

What to Read If You’re Thinking About AI, the Soul, and the Future

Rivka Bennun Kay in 18forty

Rivka Bennun Kay's recommendations in "What to Read If You're Thinking About AI, the Soul, and the Future" offer a multidimensional exploration of consciousness, AI, and Jewish perspectives on modern society's challenges.

Antisemitism ›

0 Antisemitism Israel

To understand antisemitism, look at Jerusalem.

Nachum Kaplan in Future of Jewish

Jerusalem is portrayed as a city imbued with profound symbolic significance, serving as a focal point of international and religious tension.

Leadership ›

0 Leadership Communities

Why Wexner alumni mentors keep coming back

eJewishPhilanthropy

Wexner Foundation's professional mentoring program highlights the enduring commitment of alumni who frequently return as mentors, driven by a sense of community and reciprocal growth.

0 Leadership Communities

Why do Wexner alumni mentors keep saying yes?

eJewishPhilanthropy

Wexner Foundation alumni mentors continuously engage in the mentoring program to nurture emerging Jewish leaders, viewing it as a mutually beneficial relationship.

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