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The article examines the cultural trend of wearing large, ornate crosses as fashion statements, highlighting its history from Coco Chanel to contemporary pop...

Sociologist Michel Wieviorka's book, "The Last Jewish Joke," ponders whether the humor that has been a staple of Jewish culture is fading. With the Holocaust...

Jennifer Gilmore provides an analysis of Woody Allen's debut novel, "What's with Baum?", against the backdrop of Allen's controversial personal history. Gilm...

Alana Haim's character in "One Battle After Another" wears a Star of David necklace as a subtle, yet impactful statement on Jewish identity and intersectiona...

Amid the second anniversary of a Hamas attack, Israelis faced the complex task of balancing the joy of Sukkot with the deep grief of remembrance. Official co...

Adam Hummel's essay weaves the story of Ephraim Hertzano, the creator of Rummikub, into the broader narrative of Jewish resilience and creativity in the face...

Bari Weiss, who began her career as a campus activist highlighting antisemitism, has been appointed editor-in-chief of CBS News, marking a significant shift ...

Since the tragic events on October 7, 2023, when Hamas attacked Israel, this date has spurred a cinematic subgenre dedicated to portraying the aftermath thro...

The term "holding space" has emerged as a powerful expression within Jewish communities, especially post-October 7, when Hamas attacks have left many Jews gr...

Following the tragic events of October 7, Rivka Bennun Kay reflects on her experience of becoming a mother again, framing it as an act of radical hope in a w...

Sarah Bunin Benor explores inviting ancestors, not only symbolically, but through their languages, into the sukkah during Sukkot in her article. She highligh...

Rivka Bennun Kay shares her reading list for Sukkot, emphasizing how this festival provides an opportunity for reflection and recharging. Her picks include "...

Rabbi Elliot Cosgrove of a New York synagogue surprised his congregation on Yom Kippur by spotlighting significant 60-year milestones in American Jewish hist...

Natan Slifkin explores the theological challenges regarding the identification of the esrog, or citron, as the pri etz hadar mentioned in the Torah. Despite ...

Future of Jewish, led by Joshua Hoffman, is committed to providing comprehensive and nuanced coverage of Jewish and Israeli topics, free from paywalls and ad...

The latest print edition of Tablet Magazine, titled "October 2025," encompasses a diverse range of topics pertinent to contemporary Jewish life and culture. ...

Shloime Dachs is a celebrated figure in Jewish music, cherished for his emotive voice and contributions to the genre. However, his life's narrative extends b...

Nachum Sparks, a brilliant detective with a keen eye for detail, navigates the bustling streets of Jerusalem during Sukkot while solving mysteries. In this e...

International music icon Yaakov Shwekey, producer Doni Gross, and author Yisroel Besser have created a unique project that blends music and storytelling to c...

In this video, the host shares their experience of observing and then breaking the Yom Kippur fast. Yom Kippur, the holiest day in the Jewish calendar, invol...

Dave Chappelle's performance at the Riyadh Comedy Festival in Saudi Arabia stirred controversy as he humorously suggested using "I stand with Israel" as a co...

Nat Seelen is spearheading a Jewish musical renaissance in Boston with the Boston Festival of New Jewish Music, focusing on reinvigorating Jewish musical cul...

Jodie Sadowsky shares the heartwarming story of her family's tradition of building a sukkah for Sukkot, a Jewish festival commemorating the biblical Clouds o...

Linda Lavin's final role in the film 'One Big Happy Family' features her as a grandmother dealing with family secrets unearthed by a DNA test, provoking a jo...

Exploring the unique intersection of Jewish heritage and pop culture, 18 Jewish Baby Names Inspired by Taylor Swift offers a playful list of names that are m...

The anticipation for the second season of "Nobody Wants This," starring Adam Brody as Rabbi Noah Roklov, builds with a trailer filled with Jewish cultural el...

Sukkot in New York City offers a diverse array of activities that cater to different age groups and interests, reflecting the vibrant Jewish culture of the c...

At 91, Dyan Forest, formerly Diana Schulman, captivates audiences with her unique blend of humor and music. As the world's oldest working female comedian, he...

Readers of Hadassah Magazine provide a variety of responses to the July/August 2025 issue, highlighting the importance of continuing to buy and engage with J...

Exploring the Hebrew root "peh-resh-het," which means to flower, Joseph Lowin delves into its rich metaphorical and cultural uses throughout Hebrew literatur...

Kerry Bar-Cohn, the only female chiropractor in Ramat Beit Shemesh, has expanded her influence beyond Israel through "Walking Israel," a virtual fitness prog...

Poet and scholar Ber Kotlerman, known for his expertise in Yiddish literature, confronts the emotional aftermath of the October 7 Hamas attacks through two p...

Yiddish poet and scholar Ber Kotlerman reflects on the tragic events of October 7, 2023, in Israel through two poignant poems translated into English by Jess...

Mark Rothschild shares his unconventional Yom Kippur tradition of replacing extended synagogue services with family hikes. While maintaining elements of the ...

October 2025 is brimming with Jewish-themed TV content, offering a blend of serious and lighthearted programming. Highlights include two series about events ...

The Metropolitan Opera's adaptation of Michael Chabon's "The Amazing Adventures of Kavalier & Clay" serves as a poignant response to Richard Wagner's antisem...

Hannah Einbinder, a Jewish actor and comedian, leveraged her Emmy acceptance speech to advocate for Palestinian freedom, challenging pressures against critic...

Leah Koenig explores the traditionally polarizing Ashkenazi dish tzimmes, offering a modern take with a roasted variety featuring sweet potatoes, carrots, re...

The article by Rivka Bennun Kay explores Jewish historical and textual approaches to confronting personal and communal challenges, metaphorically framed as "...

Alana Newhouse expresses her aversion to anniversaries, including their nostalgic aspects, whether the events they mark are positive or negative. She argues ...

Exploring the concept of Eishes Chayil, often recited as a hymn, this podcast episode delves into its deeper significance beyond being a mere poetic tribute....

"Newport & The Great Folk Dream," a new documentary by Robert Gordon, explores the Newport Folk Festival's pivotal years between 1963 and 1966. The film delv...

Gary Shteyngart's short film, "The Guy Who Got Cut Wrong," explores his traumatic childhood experience of a botched circumcision performed as a seven-year-ol...

The aron kodesh at Yeshivas Ateres Shlomo in Rishon LeZion, Israel, stands as a testament to kavod haTorah, or honoring the Torah, through its grand scale an...

This collection of reader letters from a Jewish publication covers a variety of topics. One letter emphasizes the importance of recognizing when family membe...

During the holiday of Succos, where joy is a central theme, experts like Shoshana Schwartz and Shira Savit provide insights into why joy might feel inaccessi...

Cindy Scarr recounts an untold story about the friendship and collaborative relationship between Jewish music stars Avraham Fried and Dedi Graucher. After me...

With the High Holidays upon us, the shofar's call this year feels more critical than ever, prompting deep reflection and action. Contributors from Lilith mag...

Daniel Tam-Claiborne reflects on his journey of cultural identity as a multiracial Asian American Jew. Feeling out of place in both his Jewish and Chinese he...

Maurice Sendak's beloved children's book, "Where the Wild Things Are," features monsters inspired by his Jewish aunts and uncles. Although the creatures were...