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In Munich, police shot and killed a man allegedly planning an attack on Jewish targets, specifically near the Israeli consulate and a World War II museum, bo...

In this episode, Rabbi Wittenstein explores the Vilna Gaon's perspective on the concept of mitzvot, suggesting there are more than the traditional 613. He al...

Maj. (Ret.) John Spencer discusses the complex network of Hamas tunnels in Gaza and the challenges faced by the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) in countering th...

Jewish artist Tiffany Shlain's new solo exhibition, "You Are Here," showcases her innovative multimedia works, highlighted by a piece called "Dendrofemonolog...

The documentary, "Jacob de Haan: A Voice Out of Time," directed by Zvi Landsman, explores the life and times of Jacob de Haan, a complex figure in early 20th...

This episode of The Commentary Magazine Podcast discusses controversial statements by Tucker Carlson and Thomas Friedman, and focuses on the influence of fla...

The Entebbe raid by the Israeli Defense Forces on July 4, 1976, remains one of the most successful counterterrorism operations, with members from the Golani ...

The article "Mussolini's Mediterranean Menace" details the Axis powers' two-year campaign to target Mandatory Palestine during World War II, starting in 1940...

The article "Parshas Shoftim: Small Steps for Man" explores the symbolism of the mizbeiach (altar of many stones) versus the matzeivah (monument of a single ...

Hadassah National President Carol Ann Schwartz reflects on Jewish resilience as epitomized by the duality of living according to both the Hebrew and Gregoria...

In this episode, historian Pawel Maciejko discusses the lasting impact of Sabbateanism and its potential influence on modern secular Jewish identity. By exam...

The recent Democratic primary loss of Congresswoman Cori Bush, heavily influenced by pro-Israel groups like AIPAC, signals important shifts in Black-Jewish p...

The article "Elul 5784: Learning Curve" explores the historical development and functions of the yeshivah as an institution of Jewish learning. It likens yes...

Margalit Fox's biography, "The Talented Mrs. Mandelbaum: The Rise and Fall of an American Organized-Crime Boss," delves into the life of Fredericka Mandelbau...

Experts Ghaith al-Omari and Ehud Yaari join David Makovsky to explore the evolution of Hamas, focusing on the organization's ideologies, leadership, and stra...

The article "Encountering Ghosts in Poland" narrates a poignant journey undertaken by a group of Jewish women exploring historical Jewish sites in Poland, pa...

Joshua Leifer's new book explores the evolution of American Jewish identity from the post-World War II era to today, challenging the narrative of seamless as...

The emotional piece by Rabbi Menachem Creditor draws parallels between the ancient biblical story of Rachel weeping for her children and the modern grief of ...

Rabbi Daniel Cohen explores the Ashkenazi Jewish tradition of naming children after deceased relatives, emphasizing how this practice serves as a powerful me...

This video, part of the Jewish History Lab series by Henry Abramson, delves into four key survival strategies that the Jewish community developed during the ...

The first Jewish Temple, commonly known as Solomon's Temple, is a profoundly significant site in Jewish history and religion. Built by King Solomon in the 10...

In a reflection on the diversity of the Jewish community, this piece argues against the notion of a "typical" Jew, emphasizing the rich variety in traditions...

In Oswiecim, Poland, a town historically significant for its Jewish community, a modern love story unfolds between Hila Weisz, an Israeli with Holocaust-surv...

In this episode, Hen Mazzig shares his family's journey from Tunisia to Israel, highlighting the rich history and cultural contributions of Tunisian Jews. Th...

For the past decade, the famous 13-piece mural 'Resources of America' by renowned Jewish artist Ben Shahn and his wife Bernarda Bryson has been out of public...

The video titled 'The Fourth Aliyah (1924-1928),' delves into a transformative period in the history of the Yishuv, the Jewish community in Palestine. During...

This article explores the historical narrative of Jewish husbands mysteriously vanishing in the early 20th century, focusing on their impact on families and ...

A Berlin Holocaust monument, the Block of Women, was defaced with antisemitic and pro-Palestinian graffiti, adding to recent global instances of vandalism at...

In a heartwarming incident at the Hecht Museum in Haifa, a 4-year-old accidentally broke a 3,500-year-old jar, sparking panic among his parents. The child, o...

This episode of the Promised Podcast provides a poignant remembrance of Zachariah Haber, an IDF soldier and promising scholar whose life was tragically cut s...

This episode of Unorthodox explores two unique aspects of Jewish and Armenian culture. It features a joyful day at "Beautifully Jewish" day camp focused on c...

This article critiques "pro-Palestinian" slogans by flipping them to propose alternative interpretations that focus on perceived historical inaccuracies and ...

Julian Borger's book, "I Seek a Kind Person," reveals the poignant and lesser-known method by which many European Jews attempted to escape Nazi terror: class...

This travel piece explores Halkidiki and Thessaloniki in Greece, emphasizing the luxurious experience at Cora Hotel & Spa inspired by Aristotle's philosophie...

Miriam Gold, an artist and teacher, explores her grandmother Dr. Elena Zadik's life in a graphic memoir, "Elena: A Hand Made Life." Combining various art for...

This reflective piece by a Jewish writer explores the emotional complexities of moving to Berlin while pregnant, set against the backdrop of her family's Hol...

This video explores the journey of Ida Nudel, a dedicated Soviet economist who transformed into a pivotal figure advocating for Jewish freedom in the USSR. I...

Ayelet Tsabari's debut novel, "Songs for the Brokenhearted," intricately weaves the lives of Yemenite Jews across two pivotal moments in Israeli history. The...

The article by Jennifer A. Stern explores the summer experiences of Jewish children during the early 20th century, as documented in letters to the editor pub...

The article reflects on the recurring cycle of violence and despair resulting from the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas, questioning the belief that...

This article highlights the harrowing experiences of the Elon family, particularly Michal Elon, a nurse, and her family during and following a terrorist atta...

In this reflective piece, Abigail Pogrebin underscores the enduring resilience of the Jewish spirit through the lens of Simchat Torah, juxtaposing the 2023 h...

"My Grandfather's Leg" is a poignant recollection of life in the Jewish quarter of Sanaa, Yemen, during the early 20th century, through the narrative of the ...

This article explores the life of Chaim Ime Mendl Kaplan, an influential Jewish labor activist in early 20th-century America. Kaplan, who immigrated from Eas...

This article explores the life of Reb Shlomenyu of Sadigura, a complex and enigmatic Jewish leader who chose to forgo his inherited rabbinic title to engage ...

This week's edition of "This Week in Jewish History" by JEWDICIOUS covers significant milestones and struggles from the Jewish past. Highlights include the C...

Elana Stein Hain and Christine Hayes explore cycles of Jewish history and theology using Tisha B'Av kinot, Ecclesiastes, and Deuteronomy, questioning whether...

Prof. Orit Rozin discusses her book "Emotions of Conflict: Israel 1949-1967," examining how the Israeli establishment managed public emotions during times of...

The Kumiuk Bakery, established in 1944 in Lublin, Poland, rests on the historical grounds of a well-loved Jewish bakery owned by the Bajtel family, who peris...

This episode explores the contentious theory of settler colonialism, especially its application to Israel and its implications in academic and political disc...