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Jean Nordhaus's poem, "The Findings of Yitzhak," reflects on the legacy of the poet's great-grandfather, Yitzhak, through the lens of his Torah commentary wr...

"Is it good for the Jews?" is a phrase that has evolved over the years from a serious question reflecting Jewish vulnerability to a humorous staple within Je...

Jewish Country Houses explores the presence and meaning of Jewish-owned country houses in England, challenging perceptions and stereotypes about Jewish ident...

Rachel Freedman recounts her family's secretive Jewish existence in Iran, illustrating how antisemitism shaped the lives of the Jewish community in Mashhad. ...

Jewish participation in HM Armed Forces has long been a testament to Jewish resilience and patriotism, defying antisemitic stereotypes of dual loyalty and so...

Los Angeles is experiencing a resurgence in Yiddish culture, spearheaded by activists like Rabbi Zach Golden, Caroline Luce, Aaron Castillo-White, and Miri K...

Jennifer S. Brown’s new novel, "The Whisper Sister," offers a rich, historical coming-of-age narrative set during the 1920s in New York City amidst Prohibiti...

Lynda Obst, a celebrated Hollywood producer known for iconic films like Sleepless in Seattle, passed away at age 74. Her journey from a magazine editor to a ...

The article explores the emergence of modern political terrorism in prerevolutionary Russia, particularly during the early 1900s when left-wing terrorists en...

Peter Fritzsche, a history professor at the University of Illinois, examines the 2024 U.S. presidential election through a historical lens, drawing parallels...

In this reflective article, Cindy Scarr explores the dichotomy between the biblical figures of Lot's wife and Avraham, focusing on their respective responses...

Rabbi Yisrael Ber Odesser, a devoted follower of Breslov chassidus, claimed to have found a mystical note, or "petek," in 1922 believed to be from Rebbe Nach...

Howard Rosenstein, a Jewish diver and entrepreneur, began his remarkable career after discovering a Roman coin while diving off the coast of Israel in 1968. ...

Moshe Feldenkrais, an influential figure in the modern wellness movement, is depicted as not only a pioneer in mind-body connection techniques but also as a ...

Lee Smith explores the enduring influence of Barack Obama in the current American political landscape, especially in relation to Donald Trump. Smith characte...

The New York Public Library's Dorot Jewish Division has acquired a significant collection of 4,000 pieces of Jewish and Yiddish music, including cantorial mu...

Canadian Armed Forces have adopted more secular practices for Remembrance Day events, discontinuing faith-specific prayers to ensure inclusivity. Jewish lead...

Maggie Phillips explores the cultural and demographic evolution of Nome, Alaska, focusing on the impact of dwindling populations and climate change, as well ...

Marking the 86th anniversary of Kristallnacht, Pat Johnson, director of Upstanders Canada, emphasizes the historical significance and enduring lessons of the...

In a powerful gesture of remembrance and historical continuity, the key to a synagogue in Bielefeld, Germany, destroyed during Kristallnacht in 1938, has bee...

This video features a response by a scholar to the remarks of J-P Himka regarding Metropolitan Andrey Sheptytsky's relationship with the Jewish community dur...

Etgar Quiz No. 281 revisits key figures and events from Jewish history and culture, providing an engaging way to test knowledge. Questions include Abraham's ...

This essay by Elise Ronan explores the concept of chutzpah, describing it as the resilient spirit of the Jewish people, symbolized by their refusal to be opp...

The article examines the violent antisemitic attacks on Israeli soccer fans in Amsterdam, drawing parallels and distinctions with the 1930s pogroms in Europe...

Lior Zaltzman reflects on the enduring power of the musical "Ragtime," especially meaningful for Jewish audiences. Featuring Jewish actor Brandon Uranowitz, ...

Edith Tudor Hart, a Jewish Viennese-born photographer, became one of Britain's notable documenters of social injustice from the 1930s. A student at the Bauha...

Richard Bean's play, "Reykjavik," at the Hampstead Theatre, is a masterful exploration of Britain's fishing industry, reminiscent of his previous work, "Unde...

Stan Greenberg, a distinguished Jewish athletics statistician, was recently inducted into the England Athletics Hall of Fame, joining other notable Jewish fi...

The article provides a harrowing account of living under the constant threat of terrorism in Israel, illustrating experiences with bombings, rocket attacks, ...

Set during World War II, "Danny's War" by Jay Neugeboren narrates the intense experiences of soldiers Danny and his friend as they fight in a ferocious battl...

The piece by Dan Zamansky delves into why the United States ceased achieving decisive victories in wars post-World War II. Highlighting the nation's historic...

Hannah Senesh, a brave and dedicated Jewish paratrooper, left an indelible mark on Jewish history through her courage and commitment to the Zionist cause. Af...

Marking the 86th anniversary of Kristallnacht, Michael Berenbaum discusses the devastating pogroms in Germany and Austria, where over 1,000 synagogues were d...

Future of Jewish, led by Joshua Hoffman, is a publication dedicated to providing in-depth analysis and understanding of Judaism, Israel, and global Jewish is...

As we mark the 20th anniversary of Yasser Arafat's death, the article reflects on unresolved questions about his influence on Middle East peace and the contr...

As Israel grapples with its ongoing conflicts in Lebanon and Gaza, a new national ethos is emerging, centering on unity amid sacrifice. The death of Rabbi Ca...

Rabbi Arnie Wittenstein delves into the Torah's perspective on war, examining its moral complexities and the historical implications of the Gog and Magog con...

Eugene Vindman, a Democrat, has been elected to Congress from Virginia's 7th District, succeeding Abigail Spanberger. Vindman's profile rose during Donald Tr...

S.Y. Agnon, a Nobel laureate in literature, held Rabbi Samuel Shraga Feivel Bialoblocki in high esteem, referring to him uniquely as "my teacher and master."...

In an innovative educational initiative, students at Brooklyn's Edward R. Murrow High School engaged in a virtual reality tour of Charlotte Knobloch's experi...

The Bordeaux Synagogue, one of the significant Jewish historical landmarks in France, is a notable stop on the Kosher River Cruises' itinerary to the Bordeau...

Archaeologists from the Hebrew University, led by Oren Gutfeld and Michal Haber, have been conducting groundbreaking excavations at Hyrcania, a historic fort...

Berlin, 35 years after the fall of the Wall, has emerged as a hub for Jewish cultural resurgence and contemporary creativity. The city has witnessed a signif...

Barcelona, known for its vibrant culture and rich history, is also home to a significant yet distinct Jewish community. While tourists often visit the Gothic...

The 1988 cover of American Vogue, under new editor-in-chief Anna Wintour, featured Israeli model Michaela Bercu and became iconic for its groundbreaking appr...

Reflecting on the role of historians in contemporary society, Robert Zaretsky challenges the belief that remembering the past will prevent us from repeating ...

"The Midas Man," a biopic on Netflix, explores the life of Brian Epstein, the Jewish manager whose tenacity and vision brought the Beatles to fame. Portrayed...

The Ottawa-based Centre for Holocaust Education and Scholarship (CHES) has created a new self-guided tour via the IWalk app to enhance visitor experience at ...

A cherished family recipe, Perlettes apple cake, connects generations through a shared love of baking. Originating from Perlette, the grandmother of the auth...

The article by Liat Portal explores the historical roots of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, tracing it back to the land sales during the Ottoman Empire. As...