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Tablet High on the Hog 5 Feb 2010
The article discusses the increasing trend of Jewish chefs and foodies incorporating pork, a non-kosher meat, into traditional Jewish cuisine in a post-moder...
5 Feb 2010
Tablet Tu B’Shevat FAQ 29 Jan 2010
Tu B'Shevat is a Jewish holiday known as the new year for trees, falling on the 15th of Shevat on the Hebrew calendar, around February. It signifies the begi...
29 Jan 2010
Tablet Is Yoga Kosher? 5 Jan 2010
The author grapples with the question of whether practicing yoga as a Modern Orthodox Jew conflicts with Jewish beliefs. Some view yoga as a spiritual practi...
5 Jan 2010
Forward Between Baalat Teshuva and Britney Spears 23 Nov 2009
Elana Sztokman reflects on the complex journey between secular and Orthodox Jewish life, particularly the experiences of individuals, often young women, who ...
23 Nov 2009
Tablet U.S. Soldiers Impressed By Informal IDF 17 Nov 2009
The recent Exercise Juniper Cobra, a joint missile-defense training operation, highlighted cultural differences between the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) and ...
17 Nov 2009
Tablet Gordon Robertson to Speak at Birthright Alum Event 6 Nov 2009
The upcoming Birthright NEXT event will feature Gordon Robertson, CEO of the Christian Broadcasting Network and son of Rev. Pat Robertson, as a keynote speak...
6 Nov 2009
Tablet A Fine Romance 1 Nov 2009
David Lehman, a renowned poet and editor, has contributed significantly to the appreciation of Jewish songwriters and American music through his book 'A Fine...
1 Nov 2009
Tablet The Children Are the Future 23 Oct 2009
The article from Tablet Magazine delves into the theme of children in Jewish tradition, drawing parallels between the barren woman seeking fertility and the ...
23 Oct 2009
Forward S. An-sky: More Than Just 'The Dybbuk' 20 Oct 2009
S. An-sky, the Belarus-born polymath also known as Shloyme Zanvl Rappoport, is not just known for his famous 1914 play "The Dybbuk", but also for his vast ra...
20 Oct 2009
Tablet A Fine Romance 8 Oct 2009
David Lehman's book, "A Fine Romance: Jewish Songwriters, American Songs," celebrates the significant contributions of Jewish composers and lyricists to the ...
8 Oct 2009
Tablet Sukkot FAQ 1 Oct 2009
Sukkot, a holiday marking the pilgrimage to the Temple in Jerusalem, is celebrated by building temporary dwellings called sukkahs where meals are eaten and s...
1 Oct 2009
Tablet Taking the Plunge 14 Sep 2009
The author shares their journey of conversion to Judaism, which was sparked by a desire since their early teens but was suppressed due to societal expectatio...
14 Sep 2009
Tablet Rosh Hashanah FAQ 10 Sep 2009
Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year, falls on the first day of the seventh month Tishrei but is significant as a day for reflection, repentance, and judgment ...
10 Sep 2009
Forward Brooklyn’s Bicycle Man Uses Two Wheels To Bring Hasids and Hipsters Together 27 Aug 2009
Baruch Herzfeld, a Modern Orthodox Jew in Williamsburg, is striving to bridge the cultural gap between the neighborhood's Satmar Hasidim and secular hipsters...
27 Aug 2009
Forward 'Re-Brissening' Jon Stewart and David Ben-Gurion 5 Aug 2009
The text discusses the idea of Jewish celebrities reclaiming their birth names as a way to celebrate their Jewish heritage and combat past anti-Semitism. It ...
5 Aug 2009
Tablet The Boiling Point 30 Jul 2009
The text explores the cultural significance of coffee in Israeli society, highlighting the division between those who prefer the traditional method of brewin...
30 Jul 2009
Tablet Earthbound 20 Jul 2009
Samuel G. Freedman reflects on a pivotal summer in 1969 spent with his mother, visiting his sister at a Jewish summer camp where she was being bullied. The t...
20 Jul 2009
Forward The Jewish Soul of ‘The Golden Girls’ 27 Apr 2009
Bea Arthur, famed for her roles in "Maude" and "The Golden Girls," passed away, leaving a legacy of strong, complex characters often imbued with a distinct J...
27 Apr 2009
Forward Brighton Beach on the Big Screen 12 Feb 2009
Director James Gray explores Jewish family life in his film "Two Lovers," deviating from traditional stereotypical portrayals in Jewish cinema. The story rev...
12 Feb 2009
Tablet There’s the Rub 27 Jan 2009
The author reflects on a serendipitous connection with a distant Texan cousin, Marc Glosserman, who founded the Texas-style barbecue restaurant Hill Country ...
27 Jan 2009
Forward Harvey Milk, in Life and on Film, Typified the Proud Jew as Outsider 12 Dec 2008
The film "Milk," starring Sean Penn, explores Harvey Milk's life as a gay activist and subtly touches on his Jewish identity. Although Milk identified as a s...
12 Dec 2008
Tablet Among Rocks and Stones 11 Dec 2008
After the author's brother died by suicide, his family struggled with the decision to honor the brother's wish to be cremated, which goes against traditional...
11 Dec 2008
Forward Cool and Dashing, Paul Newman Was a New Kind of Jewish Star 3 Oct 2008
Paul Newman's legacy as a modern Jewish superstar resonated deeply with many, including theater critic Misha Berson, who reflects on Newman's blend of Americ...
3 Oct 2008
Forward Chabon and Waldman: The Couple That Kvells Together 4 Sep 2008
Ayelet Waldman and her husband, novelist Michael Chabon, were prominent attendees at the Democratic National Convention, where Waldman, a fervent Barack Obam...
4 Sep 2008
Forward A Slice Of Paradise 19 Jun 2008
In "A Slice of Paradise," Philologos explores the significance of the Hebrew word "pardes" featured in the architecture of San Francisco's Contemporary Jewis...
19 Jun 2008
Forward Christopher Columbus: Jew? 7 Feb 2008
In this exploration of Christopher Columbus's potential Jewish origins, Eli Rosenblatt highlights recent hypotheses that Columbus might have been a Marrano, ...
7 Feb 2008
Tablet Eli Miller’s Seltzer Delivery Service 2 Jan 2008
Exploring her nostalgic penchant for egg creams and the beloved but increasingly rare seltzer deliveries in New York, Emily Barton recounts her journey from ...
2 Jan 2008
Forward Menorahs Go Green 5 Dec 2007
Eco-conscious consumers can now enhance their Hanukkah celebrations with a selection of menorahs crafted from recycled and natural materials. Featuring uniqu...
5 Dec 2007
Tablet Fertility Rites 14 Aug 2007
The text is a personal reflection on fertility issues and the desire for motherhood, particularly in the context of dealing with PCOS and the challenges of c...
14 Aug 2007
Jewish Action Travel Talk: Test Your Kosher Travel I.Q. 15 Jun 2007
As Orthodox Jews are traveling to diverse destinations, they face challenges like praying on a plane or dealing with the International Date Line. Sitting whi...
15 Jun 2007
Forward The Showdown Between Two Forward Icons 6 Apr 2007
The article discusses the tumultuous relationship between two iconic figures associated with the Jewish Daily Forward: editor Abraham Cahan and writer Isaac ...
6 Apr 2007
Tablet Belonging 10 Oct 2006
David Mamet reflects on the profound sense of belonging found in communities, likening the experience to life on a movie set where a shared purpose fosters s...
10 Oct 2006
Forward After Delays, San Francisco Museum Finally Breaks Ground 18 Aug 2006
The Contemporary Jewish Museum in San Francisco has finally commenced construction on a new Daniel Libeskind-designed building after overcoming multiple dela...
18 Aug 2006
Forward Luba Kadison Buloff, 99, Last Survivor of Yiddish Theater Company 12 May 2006
Luba Kadison Buloff, a celebrated Yiddish theater actress and the last surviving member of the Vilna Troupe, passed away at the age of 99. Born in Lithuania ...
12 May 2006
Forward An Awakened Soul 13 May 2005
Exploring the intersection of spirituality and Judaism, Jay Michaelson reviews "Jewish With Feeling" by Zalman Schachter-Shalomi, a founding figure of the Je...
13 May 2005
Forward A ‘Sex and the City’ Kind of Purimspiel 19 Mar 2004
At the Jewish Museum's Centennial Purim Ball, Mayor Michael Bloomberg highlighted the museum's significance and fundraising success. The event featured a sat...
19 Mar 2004
Forward A Museum in Memory of Ari Halberstam 30 Jan 2004
Commemorating the tragic loss of Ari Halberstam, the Jewish Children’s Museum in Brooklyn stands as a symbol of both remembrance and forward-thinking educati...
30 Jan 2004