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The episode delves into the infamous Dreyfus Affair, focusing on the fabrication of evidence and anti-Semitic motivations behind the wrongful conviction of A...

Professor Roni Stauber discusses the complex post-Holocaust relationship between Israel and West Germany, highlighting the intricate balance of diplomacy and...

The first episode of "Dreyfus: A Very Modern Affair" delves into the political climate of France leading up to the arrest of Jewish military officer Alfred D...

Cindy Scarr's article captures the vibrancy and historical significance of the ancient Jewish mitzvah of Hakhel. Set in Chevron, it follows a mother, Tzofia,...

After more than 80 years, Prague's Klausen Synagogue hosted a Yom Kippur service, marking a significant revival of Jewish life in the city. Originally built ...

On the anniversary of October 7, an event at Lander College for Men entitled "Faith in Times of Crisis" featured reflections on Jewish resilience throughout ...

Jordan D. Rosenblum's book, "Forbidden: A 3,000-Year History of Jews and the Pig," delves into the complex and symbolic relationship between Jews and pigs. D...

Bari Weiss delves into the historical and religious context of the Israel-Palestine conflict, particularly in light of the October 7, 2023, attacks in Israel...

The article examines the detrimental impact of extreme brutality on terrorist organizations, exemplified by groups like ISIS, Boko Haram, Hamas, and Hezbolla...

Miriam Udel's translation of Zina Rabinowitz's story "A Sukkah on the Pampa" explores the challenges faced by a Jewish family of early 20th-century agricultu...

The article delves into the enduring mystery of baseball legend Sandy Koufax's whereabouts on Yom Kippur in 1965, when he famously chose not to pitch during ...

Professor Lerna Ekmekcioglu, an Armenian Christian and Turkish national, discusses her complex identity and historical dynamics of Turkish-Armenian relations...

Our Little Histories by Janice Weizman explores the intertwined narratives of a Jewish family scattered across the globe by tides of antisemitism and traditi...

James Zogby, founder of the Arab-American Institute and a Lebanese-American scholar, discusses the complexities of regional warfare in the Middle East, focus...

In "Break-Fast on Cyprus," Jennifer Bardi recounts a poignant story from Yom Kippur 1949, in a British detention camp for Jewish Holocaust survivors on Cypru...

Robert Moses, a key architect of New York City's urban landscape, is examined for his role in the demolition of predominantly Jewish neighborhoods, like East...

Donald Trump is slated to hold a rally at Madison Square Garden, sparking comparisons to the notorious 1939 Nazi German-American Bund rally at the same venue...

The Yom Kippur challenge by Etgar serves as an engaging quiz that covers various aspects of the Jewish holiday and related historical events. The questions f...

Vilna, or Vilnius, once a central hub of Jewish spiritual and secular culture, is being celebrated in an online conference organized by the Paris Yiddish Cen...

Tony Badran argues that the Middle East conflict is primarily driven by strategic interests and imperial hegemony rather than religion. He suggests that with...

Tony Badran, news editor at Tablet, discusses the geopolitical dynamics of the Levant, emphasizing the region's historical power struggles rather than religi...

In the small town of Zeitz in eastern Germany, ten memorial stones known as Stolpersteine, which honor Holocaust victims, were stolen on the anniversary of t...

Benyamin Cohen explores the humorous yet thought-provoking idea of ancient Jewish influence on weather patterns, starting with Noah's long-standing weather "...

Open House New York Weekend is an annual festival offering access to New York City's many notable sites, including a curated selection of Jewish landmarks. T...

A rare 16th-century Jewish book, comprising a Hebrew Torah and Haftarot printed in Venice by Giovanni di Gara, is set to return to the Budapest University of...

In the ancient city of Kaifeng, China, a once-thriving Jewish community has persisted through centuries, maintaining a unique blend of Jewish and Chinese cul...

Joshua Hoffman's article examines the complex geopolitical dynamics between Lebanon, Hezbollah, and Israel, highlighting Lebanese Prime Minister Benjamin Net...

Shayna Goodman reflects on a period of profound personal upheaval during the March 2020 pandemic, marked by heartbreak, loss, and her father's Lewy Body Deme...

The article traces the complex history and contemporary revival of the term "shiksa," originating from the Hebrew "shekketz," meaning abomination, and evolvi...

The pomegranate, or 'rimon' in Hebrew, is a multifaceted symbol within Jewish tradition, representing both love and war. Its historical significance is under...

Eliana Fishman critiques the way some Jews discuss the October 7th attack on Israel. Firstly, she emphasizes the need to distinguish between military and civ...

Eileh Ezkerah, the poignant piyut recited during Yom Kippur prayers in Ashkenazi communities, commemorates the martyrdom of ten revered Tannaim, known as the...

World leaders marked the first anniversary of the Oct. 7 Hamas attacks in southern Israel, which resulted in 1,200 deaths and hundreds of hostages, by mourni...

Aron Goldin, a debut novelist and Cambridge graduate, introduces a Jewish version of a Sherlock Holmes-like character in his first novel, "Murder in Constant...

The article in Moment Magazine's "Israel Vision Project" features a reflective piece by Nadine Epstein comparing moderate Israelis Evyatar Lipkin and Nadav S...

Carlin Romano reviews two recent books, *The Threshold of Dissent* by Marjorie Feld and *Unsettled* by Oren Kroll-Zeldin, both of which explore American Jewi...

Robert Siegel reviews two books by Hasia R. Diner and collaborators, exploring the intricate relationship between Irish and Jewish immigrants in America. Thr...

David L. Marcus reflects on his relationship with his infamous cousin Roy Cohn, whose influence extended into shaping figures like Donald Trump, as depicted ...

Marking one year since the October 7, 2022, Hamas attack in Israel, this article explores how Israeli TV and film are processing the event's profound impact....

Pope Francis declared a fast on October 7, coinciding with the Catholic Feast of Our Lady of the Rosary and aiming to promote peace amid global conflicts. Wh...

Candace Mittel Kahn reflects on the profound decision to bring Jewish children into the world in the aftermath of the October 7 massacre in Israel. Drawing o...

The article emphasizes the importance of continually sharing Jewish stories, particularly those about the Holocaust, to counter ongoing antisemitic violence,...

The article reflects on the Jewish tradition of yahrtzeit, which commemorates the death anniversary of a loved one through personal and communal remembrance....

Israeli thinkers express a complex mix of emotions one year after the October 7th Hamas attacks, ranging from despondency and fear to hope and resilience. Th...

Reflecting on the deeply impactful events of October 7, this episode explores how the memories and experiences of that date have reshaped Jewish identity, fa...

Amit Mann is remembered as a heroic figure in Israel, especially after her tragic death during the Hamas attacks on Kibbutz Beeri on October 7, 2023. Known a...

Living through the traumatic events of October 7, 2023, Rabbi Natan Slifkin reflects on the emotional and societal impact on Jews, particularly in Israel. De...

Matti Friedman reflects on Israel's ongoing struggle to reclaim security and stability in the context of historical and recent conflicts, focusing on the sym...

The early period of Al-Andalus, often referred to as the 'Golden Age of Spanish Jewry,' was a significant time in the history of Sephardic Jews. During this ...

Rami Khouri, an influential figure in Middle Eastern politics, discusses Israel's ongoing conflict with Lebanon and Hezbollah with Peter Beinart. With his ex...