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The friendship between Albert Einstein and Marian Anderson began in 1937 under challenging circumstances rooted in racial discrimination. When Anderson, a ce...

Peter Beinart hosts a Zoom call with guests Molly Crabapple and Joshua D. Zimmerman to discuss the Jewish Bund's history and its enduring influence on modern...

The article explores allegations surrounding certain Iranian nationals receiving favorable immigration treatment to the United States during the Obama admini...

The Cathedral of St. Michael in Brussels has installed plaques apologizing for the antisemitic persecution depicted in its stained glass windows, which illus...

In his new book "Israel: What Went Wrong?", historian Omer Bartov provides a critical examination of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, reflecting on its deep...

Natan Slifkin explores the evolving Jewish perspectives on physical versus spiritual strength, using historical contexts and textual interpretations. In trad...

Oswald Rufeisen, born a Jew in Poland, played a pivotal role near World War II end by saving Jewish lives while undercover in the Nazi ranks. He later sought...

The article by Matthew Nouriel explores a revitalized relationship between Jews and Persians, tracing back over 2,500 years to the era of Cyrus the Great, wh...

The historic 1867 Ahavas Achim synagogue in Lafayette, Indiana, known for its significant role in the Reform movement, has been sold and is set to become a c...

Rabbi Yehuda Halevi, through some commentators, presents a unique interpretation of the date for the Omer sacrifice, suggesting that originally, the date was...

Hana Raviyt Schank explores the nuanced history of Jewish representation in American media, focusing on how Jewish creators have often masked overt Jewish id...

Lag BaOmer is a unique Jewish holiday that represents defiance and cultural reclamation, celebrated largely in Israel with vibrant bonfires. While it remains...

In the wake of the U.S. Supreme Court's recent decision further weakening the Voting Rights Act (VRA), Rabbi Jonah Dov Pesner emphasizes the historical and o...

"Remnants," a graphic novel by Julian Voloj, explores the rich and often-overlooked history of the first Jewish congregation in North America. This novel she...

The article by Ben Koan delves into the historical and ongoing debates over Jewish ancestry and the legitimacy of Jewish claims to the land of Israel. It dis...

"Immigrant Songs: Yiddish Theater and the American Jewish Experience," a new documentary by the Milken Archive of Jewish Music, spotlights the evolution of Y...

The infamous handwriting analysis report that played a crucial role in the wrongful conviction of Alfred Dreyfus, a Jewish French military officer, is now on...

The presence of Yiddish street signs in Berlin, initiated by artist Sebestyn Fiumei in 2021, sparked a dialogue about commemorating Jewish history through Yi...

Reflecting on decades of geopolitical turmoil and personal crises, Sergey Maidukov draws a parallel between past apocalyptic fears during the USSR's decline ...

Amit Segal, a respected Israeli journalist, delves into Israel's intricate political landscape with his book "A Call at 4 AM: Thirteen Prime Ministers and th...

"A Force for Good" is an insightful biography of Gisela Warburg Wyzanski, crafted by her daughter Anita Wyzanski Robboy, highlighting Wyzanski's pivotal role...

The name Ethan, derived from Hebrew, has been a staple in the top 25 most popular baby names for over two decades in the United States, peaking at number 2 i...

Sharon Ann Musher's book "Promised Lands" chronicles her grandmother Hadassah Kaplan's transformative journey from Manhattan to British Mandate Palestine in ...

The article discusses the historical and contemporary practice of American leaders citing the Bible, accurately or not, in their public speeches and writings...

Alan Grabinsky examines the diplomatic tensions between Spain and Israel, focusing on Spain's deep historical roots of antisemitism and anti-Americanism that...

Benjamin of Tudela was a notable Jewish traveler and explorer from the 12th century, whose extensive journeys provided a valuable record of Jewish communitie...

The article by Matt Field challenges the pervasive narrative of Israel as a European settler state by highlighting the largely overlooked ethnic cleansing of...

In 2005, Israel executed a controversial disengagement plan from the Gaza Strip under Prime Minister Ariel Sharon's leadership, dismantling 21 settlements an...

Daniela Gerson's memoir "The Wanderers" delves into the often-overlooked narrative of Polish Jews during the Holocaust who found themselves in the Soviet Uni...

Pro-Palestinian activists disrupted a parade commemorating Italy's Liberation Day in Milan, resulting in the removal of Jewish groups from the procession. Th...

The video explores the historical context and evolution of the belief that Jews were responsible for the crucifixion of Jesus. While the Romans employed cruc...

Marcus Levy, a respected mayor of Aurora, Indiana, in 1871, passed away, creating a unique situation as the town lacked a Jewish cemetery. Despite plans to b...

In the early 20th-century cities of Warsaw and Vilna, Yiddish-speaking Jews began using newspaper marriage ads as an innovative approach to finding partners,...

Jerusalem's first Jewish neighborhoods beyond the Old City, established from 1860 onward, marked a pivotal shift in the city's development. These neighborhoo...

Tobias Gisle's essay explores the disturbing efficacy of terrorism in today's world, focusing on the manipulation of media and public perception. He discusse...

Menachem Butler's article delves into the historical trade networks of the 12th century as illuminated by the Cairo Geniza documents, particularly focusing o...

Ruby Elliott Zuckerman reflects on her family's Jewish Bundist heritage, while sharing insights about Molly Crabapple’s engagement with this history in her b...

In this guest essay, Vaughn Cordle analyzes the current internal fractures within Iran's regime, driven by tensions between the Islamic Revolutionary Guard C...

Judea Pearl shares his experiences as a witness to the founding of modern Israel, describing himself as a 'redemption survivor' rather than a Holocaust survi...

The Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History in Philadelphia has unveiled an exhibition, "The First Salute," highlighting the significant role of ...

The article explores the complex relationship between the famous Spanish writer Miguel de Cervantes and Jewish themes, set against the backdrop of 17th-centu...

Shula Cohen, a seemingly ordinary housewife in Beirut, led a secret life as a Mossad spy. For years, Cohen successfully balanced her domestic responsibilitie...

The Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History in Philadelphia is exhibiting 'The First Salute,' which highlights the significant role the Jewish co...

Saint Eustatius, a Dutch Caribbean island with a significant population of Jewish merchants, played a pivotal role during the American Revolutionary War by b...

Rummikub, a beloved tile-based game, finds its origins in the Jewish context of Ephraim Hertzano's life, first in Romania and then Israel. Created as a subst...

The 2005 Gaza disengagement, led by Israeli Prime Minister Ariel Sharon, marked a pivotal turn in Israeli policy. Initially a strong proponent of settlements...

Bill Slott reflects on Israel's ongoing struggles and resilience by drawing parallels between historical events and modern realities, capturing the layered c...

Charlie Scheidt, son of Holocaust survivors, and Kat Rohrer, granddaughter of a Nazi, have collaborated on a book titled "Inheritance: Love, Loss and the Leg...

Rachel Goldberg-Polin's book "When We See You Again" offers a raw and unfiltered account of her grief following the loss of her son, Hersh, who was taken hos...

Isaac Lewendel and Dominique Idlas-Nobelson's comprehensive, self-published work explores the history of La Lande, an obscure detention camp in Nazi-occupied...