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The video explores a fascinating facet of Jewish history derived from the Torah portion Vayigash, highlighting the earliest recorded involvement of Jews in t...

Arthur Szyk, a Polish-born Jewish artist, used his artwork as a powerful form of activism against fascism and bigotry. Celebrated in the exhibition "Art of F...

Witold Wrzosinski, director of Warsaw's Jewish cemetery, has been dismissed amidst a controversy over the control of restoration projects, which he claims of...

The newly released Shoah recordings by Claude Lanzmann, featured in exhibitions at the Jewish Museum Berlin and The New York Historical in New York, capture ...

This reflective piece discusses the historically positive integration of Jewish communities in America, influenced by the nation's founding principles and th...

Robin Washington recounts a touching childhood memory from 1967 when he, then a 10-year-old Jewish paperboy, encountered reporter Leonard Fisher on a cold Ch...

Keren's journey from the USSR to a life filled with unexpected blessings is a compelling tale of resilience and change. Leaving the former Soviet Union, she ...

Karen shares her journey from the Soviet Union to discovering her Jewish identity and the impact of the Rebbe's support for her family. After leaving the opp...

In an exploration of Jewish history through the Torah, the location of Per-Ramsses is examined with reference to the biblical narrative in Parashat Vayigash....

Reflecting on events post-October 7, 2023, Eli Lake revisits the historical moments when Jews in America faced the reality that government protection could b...

Exploring the complexities of Jewish history, Joshua Hoffman's article serves as a primer for understanding the roots and evolution of Judaism. Beginning wit...

Roya Hakakian highlights the often-overlooked contributions of Jewish patriots during the American Revolution, drawing a parallel to the valor of the Maccabe...

Stuart Halpern's article delves into the life of Colonel John Patterson, an Irish-born British soldier who played a significant role in reviving the Jewish n...

Shai Secunda explores the origins of the Hanukkah miracle of the oil story, noting its absence in early sources like 1 and 2 Maccabees or the Jerusalem Talmu...

Brooklyn couple Malya and William Levin are spearheading efforts to revive their family's legacy at one of America's first Jewish agricultural settlements, t...

Natan Slifkin explores the Maccabees' improbable victory against the Seleucid Greeks celebrated during Chanukah as a miraculous event, despite Jewish traditi...

Five hundred years ago, a Spanish scribe Moshe ben Hayyim included the non-canonical "Scroll of Antiochus" in his Bible manuscript, Codex Parma 1832. Though ...

Dura Europos, an ancient city located in modern-day Syria, is significant for its historical and archaeological findings related to Jewish history, particula...

The article examines the complexities and sentiments surrounding the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict, particularly focusing on the controversial U.S. peace p...

Simone Elias, a teenager with a passion for classic Hollywood, discovered her familial connection to the blacklisted Jewish screenwriter H.S. Kraft, inspirin...

Norman Podhoretz, a pivotal figure in Jewish intellectual life, passed away at 95. As a transformative editor of Commentary magazine for 35 years, he shifted...

Oskar Schindler, often portrayed as a hero for his role in saving over 1,000 Jews during the Holocaust, was a complex figure with a multifaceted personality....

Joseph's goblet, mentioned in the Torah portion of Miketz, is described as a unique artifact used for divination, adding a mystical dimension to the narrativ...

The article details the powerful saga of Yentele Rosenfeld, a woman trapped in an agunah situation after her husband, the son of the Shedlovtze Rebbe, vanish...

Rabbi Kalman Meir Ber delivers a poignant eulogy for Rabbi Moshe Hauer, likening his passing to the sudden setting of a brilliant midday sun. Esteemed for hi...

Yisroel Besser’s "Kotzk: The Rebbe, The Message, The Legacy" is an engaging exploration of the teachings and philosophy of Rabbi Menachem Mendel Morgenstern ...

Rabbi Eli Schlanger, a beloved Chabad rabbi and shliach, tragically lost his life during the Sydney massacre that occurred at a Chanukah celebration on Bondi...

Israeli culture under state control once limited artistic expression and cultural diversity, with established platforms heavily favoring Russian-style ballad...

The true essence of Hanukkah extends far beyond its secularized, Christmas-like celebrations prevalent among Jews outside Israel. Forest Rain emphasizes that...

Cindy Scarr's article delves into the distinct yet intertwined contributions of Jerusalem and Athens to Western Civilization, focusing on the Greco-Jewish cl...

Natan Slifkin explores the complexities surrounding the Seleucid Greek war elephant display at the Biblical Museum of Natural History, using it as a lens to ...

During their service in Iraq following the 2003 invasion, American Jewish soldiers, part of a Chabad initiative, found themselves celebrating Hanukkah in a r...

The region of Goshen, integral to the biblical narrative in parashat Miketz, is explored in terms of its geographical, historical, and cultural significance....

Alice Eve Cohen's play, "Oklahoma Samovar," explores the rich, unlikely history of her Jewish ancestors who settled in Oklahoma during the 1889 Land Run afte...

Australia's Jewish community, deeply influenced by Holocaust survivors and bolstered by a growing number of South African immigrants, faced tragedy at the Bo...

Liel Leibovitz reflects on the persistent resilience of the Jewish people in response to the recent tragic attacks in Bondi Beach, Australia, implying a broa...

The discovery of a unique menorah at an antiques fair in Yaffa provides a fascinating reflection on Jewish history, capturing the essence of both ancient and...

In a fresh exploration of Jewish cultural history, Andrew Silow-Carroll discusses how Yiddish-speaking Jews in Eastern Europe navigated traditions around Chr...

Andrew Silow-Carroll explores Jordan Chad's analysis of how Yiddish-speaking Jews historically engaged with Christmas Eve—a tradition often misconstrued. Cha...

Joshua Hoffman's article critiques the modern interpretation of "Tikkun Olam" as a universal call for social justice, arguing that it historically referred t...

David E. Firester argues for re-evaluating the terminology used for the Israeli-controlled area known internationally as the West Bank, advocating for the na...

Elliot Cosgrove analyzes the current state of American Zionism by reflecting on its historical roots and evolution, amid a backdrop of complex American-Jewis...

The video delves into common misconceptions surrounding the Jewish festival of Chanukah, providing clarity on its historical and religious significance. It a...

Malka Simkovich's article draws parallels between the biblical story of Yosef and the Hasmonean era, emphasizing the themes of brotherhood, betrayal, and for...

Chanukah, commemorating the Judean Jews' victory over the Syrian Greeks in 164 BCE, intriguingly became a universally celebrated Jewish holiday despite its i...

Moment Magazine celebrated its 50th anniversary at the National Press Club, marking decades of impactful independent journalism. The event honored the legacy...

Jewish Action Through the Years is a publication by the Orthodox Union aiming to highlight significant moments and themes throughout its history and impact. ...

Merrill Eisenhower, great-grandson of General Dwight D. Eisenhower, is committing himself to Holocaust remembrance by participating in initiatives like the M...

Oklahoma Samovar, a new play by Alice Eve Cohen debuting at La MaMa’s Downstairs Theater, delves into the rarely discussed history of Jewish immigrants in th...

Emails obtained by the Jewish Telegraphic Agency reveal that the removal of panels honoring Black American soldiers at the U.S. military cemetery in Margrate...