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In these Letters to the Editor, various perspectives are shared regarding the link between Jews and Israel, with Steven Fogel highlighting the DNA evidence c...

The text discusses the challenges of unanswered prayers, particularly in the context of current events affecting Israel and the Jewish people. It delves into...

The Parashah of the week, Ki Tissa, discusses the first poll tax imposed on the Israelites to raise funds for the Temple Treasury. God instructs Moses on the...

Rabbi Arnie Wittenstein delves into the Vilna Gaon's theory of 'incongruent actions' and explores how overreaching spiritual or behavioral goals can lead to ...

Rav Saadia Gaon, a pivotal figure in Jewish history, played a crucial role in shaping Jewish thought and culture during the Gaonic era. Known for his scholar...

Exploring the enduring practice of Jewish prayer within the crypto-Jewish community of the Douro region, regardless of the presence of Rabbis and books.

Walter Russell Mead and Jeremy Stern delve into global politics, discussing Putin's perception of Biden versus Trump, and Biden's handling of Middle East ten...

Joseph Roth, a Jewish writer born in Brody in 1894, is portrayed as the chronicler of a lost world in the town's historical context. Brody, once a thriving J...

Bruce Haynes, author of "The Soul of Judaism," discovered through a DNA analysis that he has Jewish ancestry, specifically linked to Louis Altheimer, who had...

Rachel Cockerell's debut book "Melting Point" delves into her family's history intertwined with the largely forgotten episode of the Galveston Movement, wher...

The article discusses the significance of Leap Year in both the secular Gregorian and Hebrew calendars, highlighting how intercalation is used to align fixed...

The video delves into the history of the Farhud, a violent pogrom targeting Baghdad's Jewish community during World War II, exploring the Nazi ideology influ...

Ralph Waldo Emerson, a significant American thinker, is portrayed as a challenging and thought-provoking figure in James Marcus' new biography. Emerson's ess...

The text discusses the importance of listening to history as a way to understand and protect the Jewish people. It highlights the significance of the Golani ...

Dirshus Amud Yomi program celebrated in Vienna draws parallels to the historic Knessiah Gedolah a century ago, linking past Torah luminaries with present-day...

Angela Kiverstein recommends several engaging books for young readers. "Pirate Academy: New Kid on Deck" by Justin Somper is a swashbuckling tale set in a sc...

"The Counterfeit Countess" recounts the remarkable story of Janina Mehlberg, a Jewish mathematician who impersonated a Polish countess to save over 10,000 ma...

Yael Sternhell explores the creation, management, and implications of the U.S. Civil War records archive, discussing how these archives influenced historical...

Rabbi Avraham Wolff faces challenges running the Mishpacha Children's Home in Odessa, Ukraine, as the war enters its third year, with ongoing trauma for the ...

An educational lecture delivered via Zoom discussing the diasporas of Ashkenazim and Sefardim at Beth Jacob Synagogue in Beverly Hills, CA.

The text discusses several key points about the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. It highlights the complexity of the situation, emphasizing that both sides have...

In 1614, the Jews in Frankfurt faced antisemitic persecution led by Vincenz Fettmilch but were quickly restored to their homes and rights. To commemorate thi...

The episode delves into the intricate political dynamics around U.S. aid to Ukraine amidst strong public support but legislative stagnation due to American p...

A masterpiece painting by Gustav Bauernfeind, depicting the Western Wall, was discovered in a synagogue cupboard in the US after being stored for 15 years an...

In the midst of Ukraine's ongoing war, Ukrainian Jews, like 17-year-old Sonia Bunina, continue to show resilience and determination. Despite facing significa...

Jewish communities in Ukraine have been navigating through two simultaneous wars over the past two years - the full-scale Russian invasion of Ukraine and the...

This video discusses the Jewish emancipation in Russia and Ukraine from 1917-1920, exploring topics such as political landscapes, revolutions, civil wars, an...

The text discusses the issue of allowing lies and hatred to spread unchecked, particularly in relation to anti-Semitism targeting Jews, with a focus on the c...

Alfred Dreyfus was a French military officer wrongly accused of treason in 1895, facing a mob shouting anti-Semitic slogans. Amidst rising global anti-Semiti...

The Beatles' success was not only influenced by their talent but also by the support of Jewish figures in their lives and careers. Brian Epstein, the band's ...

Ksenia Svetlova discusses Russia's expanding influence in the Middle East and Africa following its invasion of Ukraine, with a potential summit in Moscow inv...

The episode delves into the intriguing life and writings of Glikl of Hameln, a Jewish woman from 18th-century Germany. Through her diary, Glikl explores them...

Rabbi Arnie Wittenstein delves into the Vilna Gaon’s theory of incongruent actions, exploring the complexities of commitment to Torah and the deeper implicat...

The text describes a journey through Ticino, Switzerland's sunny and Italian-speaking canton, highlighting the scenic route taken by the writer. Starting fro...

In this poignant piece by Sharon Packer, the author reflects on a unique typewriter repair shop in a neighborhood filled with aspiring writers. The focus is ...

Aaron Samuel Tamares, a lesser-known Jewish thinker, explored themes of pacifism and violence in his essay "Herut" (Liberation), focusing on the biblical sto...

Natan Sharansky, a Russian-Israeli refusenik and human rights activist with a history of imprisonment in the Soviet Union, corresponded with Alexei Navalny, ...

The article discusses the resilience of Ethiopian Jewish practices, highlighting how the community maintains its identity and religious traditions despite ch...

Neri Zilber hosts a critical discussion with Nimrod Novik and Ibrahim Eid Dalalsha on the strained situation in the West Bank during the ongoing Gaza conflic...

Parashat Tetzaveh focuses on the elaborate priestly garments designed for Aaron and his sons, emphasizing the importance of their office rather than personal...

Chaya Chana Twersky, the wife of Rabbi David Twersky, Grand Rabbi of the Skverer Hasidic movement, passed away at 81. Born to respected Hasidic lineage, Chay...

The texts discuss various aspects of Jewish communal and family life. In one, a Rabbi suggests teaching responsibility to children by having them contribute ...

Rabbi Avraham Wolff's Mishpacha Children's Home in Odessa, Ukraine, faces ongoing challenges as the war in Ukraine enters its third year. The orphanage cares...

Three displaced Palestinians from Rafah in Gaza describe the dire and unlivable conditions in the city as they brace for an imminent Israeli invasion. One re...

The text discusses the challenging dilemma Israel faces regarding hostages held by Hamas and the option of prioritizing war over rescuing the hostages. It hi...

Hen Mazzig, an Israeli author and founder of The Tel Aviv Institute, emphasizes the need to counter the false colonialism narrative about Israel. He shares t...

Portugal holds a rich Jewish history worth exploring, especially during Passover in Lisbon, a city filled with Jewish heritage. From the memorial at Largo de...

The article discusses the killing of Russian opposition figure Alexei Navalny and draws parallels to political assassinations during the Soviet era, particul...

The video explores the extraordinary life of Captain Artur de Barros Basto, a prominent Portuguese Jew of the 20th century known as the Apostle of the Marranos.

Cynthia Ozick's short fiction, "The Story of My Family," explores the real-life kidnapping of Edgardo Mortara, a Jewish boy who was secretly baptized and tak...