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Jenna Weissman Joselit provides a comprehensive and critical look at Mordecai Kaplan, the founder of Reconstructionist Judaism, in her new biography, "Kaplan...

Jenna Weissman Joselit delves into the life and legacy of Mordecai Kaplan, founder of Reconstructionism, in her new biography. Unlike previous works, Joselit...

Mark Mazower's book, "On Antisemitism: A Word in History," examines the evolution of the term antisemitism, more so than the phenomenon itself, from its 19th...

Matti Friedman's new book explores the courageous yet ultimately tragic mission of Jewish parachutists, including Haviva Reick and Hannah Senesh, sent into N...

David Kraemer's book, Embracing Exile: The Case for Jewish Diaspora, explores the positive aspects of the Jewish diaspora throughout history. Kraemer argues ...

Steven Weitzman's book, "Disasters of Biblical Proportions: The Ten Plagues Then, Now, and at the End of the World," explores the varied interpretations and ...

William M. Schniedewind's book, 'Members of the Scribe,' delves into the fascinating world of ancient biblical scribes, challenging traditional notions of au...

Amos Oz's childhood fantasy of becoming a book highlights the fragility and miraculous survival of ancient texts, a theme explored in the Posen Library's com...

Yiddish is often considered a "failed" language due to the dramatic decline in its number of speakers caused by modern influences, wars, and the Holocaust. D...

The video explores the nuanced perspectives of Jewish history through the lens of the Torah portion Tsav, analyzing the right-wing and left-wing ideological ...

The ongoing conflict involving Iran is often misunderstood due to polarized narratives, with some viewing it as a defense against Iran's nuclear ambitions an...

Edward Serotta, an American Jewish photojournalist, was secretly surveilled by Romania's notorious secret police, the Securitate, during the 1980s due to his...

For nearly two decades, victims of Iranian-sponsored terrorism have awaited justice as rental income from a Tehran-controlled Manhattan skyscraper flowed uni...

The short documentary "Plan Contraplan/Shot Reverse Shot," directed by Radu Jude and historian Adrian Cioflnc, explores the obsessive surveillance of Jewish-...

Nicholas Lemann's memoir, "Returning: A Search for Home Across Three Centuries," explores his family's history as assimilated Jews in the American South, con...

The Triangle Shirtwaist Factory fire of 1911 remains a critical reminder of the need for strong labor laws, yet the hard-won protections it inspired are curr...

The video explores the concept and significance of the 'Ephod' in the context of Jewish history and Torah, particularly in the Torah portion of Tsav. The Eph...

The Forverts podcast episode 11, titled 'Passover,' discusses themes surrounding the Jewish holiday in the context of 1962, reflecting on its cultural and hi...

The video explores the significance of the temple at Tel Arad and how it is connected to Jewish history and teachings found in the Torah, particularly in Par...

The Joseph Bau Museum in Tel Aviv faces the threat of closure as the building housing it is slated for demolition, despite its recognition as a top heritage ...

Rabbi Joshua Berman's "Echoes of Egypt" Haggadah offers a unique visual and scholarly perspective on the traditional Passover text. Berman, a professor of Bi...

The talk with Travis Hawley hosted by Eylon Levy addresses the strategic disinformation campaigns orchestrated by Iran, Russia, and China to undermine Wester...

Sheba Rasson shares a personal account of her experiences as an Iranian Jew in the context of Israel's ongoing conflict with Iran. She reflects on her multi-...

The fraught relationship between Israel and Iran has evolved through several phases, starting from strong diplomatic ties before the 1979 Iranian Revolution ...

The editorial reflects on the recent surge in antisemitism following the October 7 attacks by Hamas on Israel. It highlights the necessity of documenting the...

Vanessa Berg's essay explores the recurrent link between societal failure and the rise of antisemitism. Through historical and contemporary examples, such as...

This video delves into the intriguing historical account of Abraham Abulafia, a prominent 13th-century Spanish Kabbalist known for his unorthodox attempts to...

Moshe Taragin's article explores the multifaceted nature of Jewish communal identity through the concept of belonging, addressed via three distinct entities—...

The article is a poignant reflection on the experience of sitting with a dying father in a hospital parking lot in Jerusalem, repurposed as a bomb shelter du...

Paul Klee, a renowned German artist and a pivotal figure in abstract, surrealist, and expressionist art, is re-examined in "Paul Klee: Other Possible Worlds,...

The video by a Dean at Lander College for Men explores the historical significance of Rabbi Shimshon ben Eliezer as presented in the Torah portion Vayikra. I...

Daniel Miller's article explores the symbolic and political displacement of Israel in global narratives, particularly through the lens of Palestinianism. He ...

Lore Segal, a revered Jewish storyteller who passed away in 2024 at age 96, is celebrated for her incisive and minimalist literary style in the posthumous co...

Henrietta Szold, the founder of Hadassah, is celebrated for her transformative impact on Jewish life and broader society in pre-state Israel. She played a cr...

Neri Shotan, CEO of the Kibbutz Movement Rehabilitation Fund, shares a poignant reflection on the ongoing struggles faced by Israeli communities, including t...

Joshua Hoffman's piece explores the ongoing conflict among Israel, the United States, and Iran as more than just a contemporary or political event; it is pre...

The video explores the significant role that Jewish history plays in the Torah, specifically focusing on the portion Vayikra. Viewed through the lens of hist...

Ian Buruma's book, "Stay Alive: Berlin, 1939-1945," delivers a gripping cultural and social history of Berlin during WWII, highlighting the moral complexitie...

The video provides an in-depth analysis of the translation of 'Olah' from the Torah portion Vayikra into Latin, exploring the historical and scholarly signif...

Michael Broyde reflects on his time as a student of Rabbi Dr. Haym Soloveitchik, highlighting their study of the Talmud Yerushalmi. He explores why the works...

The story of Holy Gems, a unique gemstone mining company in Israel, is rooted in faith, legacy, and a remarkable tale of discovery tied to religious prophecy...

The Forverts podcast episode commemorates the Triangle Shirtwaist Factory fire, where 146 young Jewish and Italian women tragically died due to locked doors ...

Rabbi Mordecai Kaplan was a pivotal 20th-century figure who sought to rejuvenate American Judaism by emphasizing post-denominationalism and Jewish identity a...

Barbara Stark Nemon's historical novel "Isabela's Way" imagines an underground railroad-like network for Jews and New Christians escaping the Portuguese Inqu...

This video delves into the interpretations of Maimonides regarding the theme of sacrifices in the Torah, particularly in the book of Vayikra (Leviticus). It ...

Armin Rosen's article paints a vivid picture of the luxurious ambiance and historical charm within the 5 Hertford Street Club in London's Mayfair. Through de...

Terrence Petty examines the complexities of Germany's postwar reckoning with its Nazi past, dispelling the overly simplistic narrative of swift acknowledgmen...

On October 7, 2023, a Palestinian attack orchestrated by Hamas, supported by Iran, against Israel led to dramatic regional consequences rather than the inten...

The video "Jews Against Franco (1936-1939)" delves into the involvement of Jewish individuals and groups in opposing Francisco Franco during the Spanish Civi...

The video "Miracles In Israel" likely explores the astonishing events and occurrences that have been part of Israel's history, aligning with the belief in mi...