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Congregation Shearith Israel in Dallas transforms its annual Purim spiel into a spectacular theatrical event, utilizing innovative stagecraft reminiscent of ...

Purim has long been celebrated with humor and parody, seen notably in the tradition of creating Purim Torah—a genre of satirical biblical and talmudic interp...

Jargon, a London-based Yiddish culture organization founded by historians Aleph Ross and M. Syd Rosen, seeks to explore the dynamic and evolving landscape of...

Jargon, a recently established Yiddish culture organization in London, endeavors to revitalize interest in Yiddish and Jewish diaspora themes through diverse...

Celebrating Purim after the Holocaust poses a profound challenge to some in the Jewish community, as articulated by philosopher Aviezer Ravitzky. The article...

An a cappella choir of Amish Mennonite students from Calvary Bible School in Calico Rock, Arkansas, unexpectedly went viral with their rendition of "Tatty, M...

Future of Jewish, led by Joshua Hoffman, is an accessible publication offering nuanced perspectives on Judaism, Israel, and Jewish life, free from paywalls a...

Josh Rosenberg's story, shared on the podcast "Inspiration for the Nation," is a powerful narrative of personal transformation and return to faith. Raised in...

Howie Tichler reflects on his unique friendship with pop legend Neil Sedaka, sharing anecdotes from their early days playing music together in the Catskills ...

A recent viral video involving Mordechai David, a notorious provocateur, and former Israeli Supreme Court president Aharon Barak, highlights the deepening ri...

Casey Means, President Trump's nominee for U.S. Surgeon General, brings a diverse approach to spirituality, integrating practices from kabbalah and other mys...

Purim, traditionally seen as a story of Jewish survival and triumph over evil, holds deeper meanings that resonate today, particularly in the face of authori...

Becky Benaroya, a first-generation Sephardic Jew from Seattle, left an indelible mark through her philanthropy and community work until her passing at the ag...

The BAFTA Awards faced a storm of controversy after John Davidson, featured in a film about living with Tourette Syndrome, involuntarily shouted a racial slu...

Seth Bykofsky, a humor-loving Jewish grandfather from Long Island, encountered a peculiar situation when the New York DMV tried to revoke his playful vanity ...

Randi O'Connor presents a curated selection of thought-provoking Jewish literature for the months of March and April 2026, spotlighting contemporary works th...

Oshtoky, a traditional Bukharian dish, consists of stuffed grape leaves filled with a savory mix of ground beef or lamb, short-grain rice, and various grated...

Jewish representation in public school textbooks is often limited to narratives of persecution, which inadequately capture the full spectrum of Jewish histor...

Jeffrey Salkin explores the deep historical roots and continuous perception of Jewish difference as both a source of tension and resilience. Beginning with t...

Purim, often associated with joy and celebration, contains a lesser-discussed, morally troubling verse about conversion out of fear, illustrating a historica...

Hilary Duff's husband, Matthew Koma, exemplifies the supportive "wife guy" role with his open admiration and encouragement for Duff's career. The Jewish musi...

Esther Povitsky, a Jewish comedian known for her role in 'Dollface' and co-creating 'Alone Together', celebrated the birth of her second child, a son named B...

HarperCollins is set to publish a book titled "Conversations With My Rabbi: Timeless Teachings for a Fractured World," featuring insights from Rabbi Eli Schl...

"The Malevolent Bride," an Israeli horror series streaming on Chaiflicks, captivates viewers with a blend of mystery, thriller, Kabbalah, and unexpected humo...

Dinah Slepovitch, a precocious singer of Yiddish folk songs at the age of 12, has been captivating audiences alongside her father, Zisl Slepovitch, a renowne...

As tensions rise with the U.S. potentially engaging Iran in conflict, Israelis find themselves in a state of perpetual preparedness, juggling between practic...

This video from Chabad.org explores the concept of Judaism as a holistic lifestyle, emphasizing that Jewish practices and values are not meant to be compartm...

"Always Remember THIS" is a podcast episode available on platforms such as Apple and Spotify, featured on the "Ordinary People, Extraordinary Stories" series...

The article delves into contrasting interpretations of the Megillat Esther and its message for Jews living in the Diaspora. Rivka Bennun Kay discusses two pr...

Melanie Shiraz, Miss Israel 2025-2026, is not just a beauty queen but a formidable advocate, as revealed in her conversation with Jamie Geller on 'No Reserva...

Natan Slifkin describes a rare and serendipitous encounter with a dead sperm whale that washed ashore on Zikim beach near Ashkelon, Israel. This unexpected e...

Future of Jewish, a publication led by Joshua Hoffman, seeks support to sustain its mission of providing free, in-depth analysis and commentary on topics rel...

Rabbi Jaclyn Cohen of Temple Isaiah in Los Angeles has brought a creative twist to Purim with her parody "The Life of a Royal," inspired by Taylor Swift's "L...

Lior Zaltzman explores the cultural resonance and personal significance of the Yiddish word "dreck," popularized in part by André Leon Talley on "America's N...

The Atlanta Jewish Film Festival has issued an apology after the Israeli consulate withdrew its support in response to the selection of a student juror known...

The Atlanta Jewish Film Festival faced backlash and lost support from the Israeli consulate after a controversial juror with anti-Zionist views was revealed....

A new generation of Jewish comedians, including Modi Rosenfeld, Adam Friedland, Raanan Hershberg, and Alex Edelman, are reshaping Jewish comedy by embracing ...

The video highlights an extraordinary experience when thousands of Jewish teens from around the world gathered for a Chabad convention but were unexpectedly ...

Rose Cookies, or Shoshanim, are delightful Israeli meringue cookies that combine a soft, buttery cookie dough with a fluffy vanilla pudding meringue. These c...

Purim, traditionally seen as a celebration of Jewish survival, is recast as a political manual against authoritarianism in this analysis. Drawing from the Bo...

In this episode of the Forverts podcast, the focus is on Purim, exploring its themes, traditions, and cultural significance within the Jewish community. The ...

Humor and whimsy can often mask profound messages in Jewish music today, as demonstrated by artists like Joey Newcomb, 8th Day, Country Yossi, and the TYH Ch...

Rabbi Steven Abraham discusses the hesitancy among American Jews to identify as Zionists, despite 88% affirming the right of Israel to exist as a Jewish stat...

The article reflects on a conference attended by the Wampanoag Nation representatives seeking inspiration from the successful Hebrew language revival. Despit...

As we visualize a future where technology permeates every aspect of daily life by 2040, the Jewish community must prepare for both the opportunities and chal...

Sammy Davis Jr., a prominent entertainer and one of America's most famous converts to Judaism, exemplified a time when Jewish culture was seen as 'cool' in p...

Isaac Asimov's "Foundation" trilogy, though not overtly Jewish, can be viewed as a "Jewish masterpiece" due to its themes resonating with Jewish intellectual...

This detailed exploration of modern masculinity, anchored in Jewish teachings and traditions, critiques the pervasive crisis of male disengagement in America...

In an era defined by digital convenience, Judaism faces the risk of losing its active, embodied traditions. With Jewish texts and rituals increasingly perfor...

In an insightful conversation, Chanan Weissman of the Sapir Institute engages with author Joshua Foer and philanthropic advisor William Foster about the conc...