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"Your Presence is Mandatory" by Sasha Vasilyuk is an immersive historical novel that delves into the Soviet response to World War II and the impact of politi...

In May 1948, Chaim Weizmann, physically and mentally exhausted, learned of the declaration of an independent Jewish state named Israel while in New York. Tho...

Simcha Gross's book, "Babylonian Jews and Sasanian Imperialism in Late Antiquity," aims to reshape the understanding of the talmudic period by exploring the ...

The text narrates a visit to Biaystok, Poland, by the author, reflecting on their Jewish heritage and interactions during a Yiddish class at a private Jewish...

Tracy-Ann Oberman's production of "The Merchant of Venice 1936" brings a modern twist to Shakespeare's play, focusing on Shylock as a female character dealin...

In her memoir "Daughter of History," Susan Rubin Suleiman reflects on her childhood in Hungary during WWII and her family's survival amidst the Holocaust. Th...

The Borscht Belt, a historic Jewish vacation area in New York's Catskill Mountains, is being commemorated through a project involving the installation of 20 ...

This video provides historical insight into the relationship between Jews and higher education.

This YouTube video delves into the events surrounding John Monash and the Hundred Days of 1918, including his role in the war, the Bean-Murdoch Intrigue, bat...

In 1858, in Bologna, Italy, a six-year-old Jewish boy, Edgardo Mortara, was taken by the Catholic Church after being baptized by the family maid. This led to...

The essay discusses a rabbinic story about the sage Hillel's ruling on offering the Passover Sacrifice in the Temple, highlighting its different versions in ...

Yizkor is a communal memorial service held four times a year in Jewish synagogues, including Passover, reflecting on the memory of loved ones. Rooted in hist...

Nicaragua, known as the land of lakes and volcanoes, boasts a landscape marked by intense volcanic and seismic activity, with 19 volcanoes, including some ac...

Rabbi Arnie Wittenstein explores the complexities of interpreting ancient Egyptian history, highlighting the challenges with their documentation, which is of...

In the late 19th century, the Russian Empire was home to the largest Jewish population, but violent pogroms led to massive emigration to escape persecution. ...

Rebecca Erbelding, an archivist at the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum, discovered a unique photo album in 2006 that showcased Nazi officers enjoying...

The essay reflects on the persistence of antisemitism and the lack of progress in overcoming it. It discusses the roots of prejudice, from social exclusion t...

Israeli photographer Osnat Ben Dov's still-life photo exhibit, "Shadow of a Passing Bird," featured images of everyday objects destroyed by Hamas in October....

The video discusses three insights into Jewish resilience throughout history, shared in honor of Passover.

The a cappella group Y-Studs from Yeshiva University created a unique Passover parody by singing the traditional Vehi Sheamda to a tune by Yonathan Razel, ac...

Amidst a challenging year for Israel and rising antisemitism, the celebration of Pesach carries deeper significance as parallels are drawn between historical...

The essay discusses the significance of Passover, a holiday celebrating the Jews' release from enslavement in Egypt as recounted in the book of Exodus. It ex...

The text discusses the historical context of Israel's struggles for independence and security, highlighting Golda Meir's speech in 1948 emphasizing the Jewis...

Amidst reflections on his military service in Hebron and the ongoing Israeli-Palestinian conflict, Naftali Oppenheimer emphasizes the importance of protectin...

An interactive exhibit in NYC recreates the tragic events of the Oct. 7 Nova Music Festival massacre in southern Israel, where Hamas militants killed hundred...

The author discusses their evolving relationship with Passover, introducing the concept of Miriam's Cup on their seder table for the first time. This symboli...

As Passover approaches, the heavy atmosphere of recent events weighs on many Jewish minds, with concerns ranging from anti-Semitism to conflicts in the Middl...

During the commemoration of the 81st anniversary of the Warsaw Ghetto Uprising in Poland, a pro-Palestinian demonstrator briefly disrupted the event by placi...

The Turtles, a renowned Jewish rock band established in 1965 by Mark Volman and Howard Kaylan, continue performing under the Happy Together Tour banner, show...

"The Curse of Pietro Houdini" by Derek B. Miller is a riveting wartime art-heist tale set during World War II and the battle of Montecassino. The story follo...

Pesach's story of hope and redemption, as depicted in the Haggadah, has always been a source of strength for the Jewish people. Even in the darkest times, su...

During the Passover of 1943 in the Warsaw Ghetto, a small group of Jewish prisoners launched a courageous resistance against their Nazi oppressors. Despite b...

Rabbi Judah the Prince proposed the acronym Dtzakh Adash Bachav to summarize the ten plagues in the Haggadah, prompting diverse interpretations through the a...

The Pesach quiz covers various aspects of the biblical Exodus story. It includes questions about the plagues that affected only the Egyptians, the timing of ...

The episode explores the story of Irena Gut Opdyke, a Polish nurse who heroically saved 12 Jews during the Holocaust, now immortalized in the film "Irena’s V...

The video explores the history of failed attempts to establish Jewish states in locations such as ancient Babylonia, Yemen, New York, Uganda, Siberia, Poland...

The text discusses the concept of the "Cyber City" as the next stage of urban evolution, contrasting it with the current "Car City" paradigm. It highlights h...

In February 2024, a study was conducted with 90 Jewish poets and translators, focusing on the definition of Jewish poetry in contemporary America and the rec...

The episode examines the fascination with Egyptology and its historical importance compared to Greek and Roman history, exploring how it aligns with or contr...

The text discusses the concept of endlessness in the Jewish experience, particularly in the context of galus (exile). It reflects on the despair and hopeless...

The article discusses the concept of Jewish exceptionalism and the idea behind Vehi Sheamdah, highlighting the persistent threats and challenges faced by the...

Ken Holtzman, who passed away at the age of 78, holds the record for the most wins by a Jewish pitcher in Major League Baseball history, surpassing Sandy Kou...

In New York's Riverside Park near 83rd Street lies a small black plaque marking the intended site for the American Memorial to the Warsaw Ghetto Uprising and...

A discussion on Professor Shmuel Klein's thesis proposing the Jewish origins of the Bordeaux Itinerary, a 4th-century journey to the Land of Israel.

The episode discusses recent protests across major U.S. cities where pro-Hamas rhetoric has escalated to alarming levels, reminiscent of the 1960s radical mo...

In "Brighton Beach Bible," artist Joel Silverstein reimagines the Exodus story within the backdrop of Coney Island and Brighton Beach, drawing parallels betw...

Avi Shlaim's discussion of the exodus of Iraqi Jews sheds light on the abrupt dissolution of Jewish life in Iraq following the establishment of Israel, which...

Onions have a rich history and significance in Jewish culture and cuisine. They have been cultivated for thousands of years, with various health benefits and...

The text reflects on the enduring relevance of George Orwell's work, particularly his journalistic integrity and clear, urgent writing style which continues ...

The article reflects on Francis Fukuyama's idea of the "end of history" as the final evolution to liberal democracy, which has been challenged by recent even...