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Léon Blum, France's first Jewish prime minister, significantly influenced French society through socialist policies, despite facing intense antisemitism and ...

Dr. Marc B. Shapiro explores the historical evolution and distinctions of various Jewish denominations, focusing on how moments in history have created secta...

Rabbi Joshua Berdugo explores the often overlooked legacy of Rabbi David HaNagid, grandson of the Rambam, highlighting his contributions to Jewish thought an...

The text discusses the life of Count Moise de Camondo, a wealthy Jewish collector and banker in 19th century Europe. It highlights his love for his library, ...

Hans and Margret Rey, the Jewish creators of Curious George, had a dramatic escape from the Nazis during World War II. Born in Germany, the Reys fled to Braz...

The video explores the circumstances leading to the Six Day War in 1967, analyzing Israel's vulnerabilities, threats, and surrounding tensions with the Arab ...

Haim Gouri's poem "I Live at This Time in an Old Book" reflects on living in an old country intertwined with Jewish history, exploring themes of old age, hop...

John Longhurst, Canada's last remaining faith reporter, discusses his unconventional path to sustaining religious reporting in the nation's newspapers amidst...

John Longhurst, Canada's sole remaining faith reporter, discusses the decreasing religious affiliation in Canada, his career journey, and his new book, 'Can ...

Ralph Benmergui interviews John Longhurst, Canada's last remaining faith reporter, about the evolving landscape of religion reporting and the changes in Cana...

Michael Oren shares the remarkable story of Lou Lenart, an American Zionist and World War II veteran instrumental in the birth of Israel's air force. Despite...

The video delves into the historical significance of the Six Day War, where Israel emerged victorious against four Arab armies in a brief timespan, leading t...

The CRIF (Conseil Représentatif des Institutions Juives de France) is a longstanding Jewish organization in France with roots dating back to anti-Nazi resist...

The text discusses the symbolic significance of visual representations in Jewish history, focusing on the contrast between the Roman coin depicting Jewish de...

The text discusses the concept of Jewish resilience throughout history, exploring various perspectives on why Jews have survived despite numerous challenges ...

Menachem Begin, Israel's sixth prime minister, embodied the concept of "hadar," which combines dignity, honor, and self-respect. Begin's father instilled in ...

The essay reflects on the concept of Jewish continuity in the face of crises, emphasizing how historical challenges led to creative responses such as the eme...

This text is an Etgar Quiz featuring questions related to Jewish knowledge. Ben Gurion founded the political party Mapai, Moshe died on Har Nevo according to...

Andrew Doran argues that what we perceive as civilization owes its moral roots to the Jewish biblical tradition, specifically God's covenant with Abraham, wh...

Three historic synagogues in New York City have been awarded Sacred Sites grants by the New York Landmarks Conservancy for renovation projects. Kehila Kedosh...

Kveller is launching a new Jewish TV Club on Substack for fans of Jewish representation on television. The club will offer exclusive Jewish TV tidbits, inter...

Calabria's picturesque Tropea in Italy offers a divine travel experience, featuring beautiful beaches, ancient legends, and local cuisine. The town's history...

The video discusses the tragic events that occurred in Kibbutz Nir Oz on October 7th, where a significant portion of the population was killed or abducted, w...

Economy Candy, a historic shop on the Lower East Side, offers a nostalgic experience with candy from different eras and around the world. Established by Jewi...

Benjamin Disraeli, a Jewish-born politician and novelist, recognized the importance of owning a manor house, Hughenden Manor, to gain acceptance in British p...

Throughout history, legal systems have been weaponized against Jews, from the Inquisition to modern international forums targeting the Jewish state under the...

In the 1990s, a significant shift occurred in American Jewish priorities where attention turned from external threats to internal challenges within the commu...

Shlomo Mansour, the oldest Israeli hostage in Gaza, survived both the recent massacre by Hamas and the 1941 Farhud massacre in Iraq, showcasing a history of ...

At dawn on October 7, 2023, in Sinai, a family enjoys their last day of vacation. The father stays in bed as his son, daughter, and their friends watch the s...

"The Commandants Shadow" is a new documentary that delves into the lives of the children of Rudolf Hss, the Nazi commandant of Auschwitz, exploring what they...

The article discusses the efforts of Sharon Rosen Leib to raise awareness and highlight the significant contributions of Jewish founders in the establishment...

During the American Civil War from 1861 to 1865, Jews, though a minority in the population, played a significant role with approximately 10,000 Jewish men se...

The text discusses the importance of having a British Jewish History Month to recognize and celebrate the contributions of British Jews to various fields lik...

Stanley Corngold, a Princeton scholar of German literature, formed an unexpected friendship with Jack Greenberg, a Columbia law professor involved in the lan...

The essay discusses the origins of the popular wartime saying "Am Yisrael Chai" (The People of Israel Live) which was written by Shlomo Carlebach in the mid-...

The text discusses the author's realization of living near a World War II naval hero, Adm. Leon Kintberger, and reflects on his heroic actions in the Pacific...

The episode explores how the Baal HaTanya, Rabbi Shneur Zalman of Liadi, ended up in Liadi instead of returning to his hometown of Liozna, and why he support...

Rabbi Joseph Dweck emphasizes the need to confront evil and unite against it in the face of historical tragedies like the Holocaust and present-day threats l...

Malka Simkovich reviewed Yonatan Adler's book "The Origins of Judaism: An Archeological-Historical Reappraisal" in which Adler argues that Judaism, as we cur...

Yonatan Adler responds to Malka Simkovich's review of his book, "The Origins of Judaism," emphasizing his focus on when ordinary Jews began following Torah a...

Malka Simkovich responds to Yonatan Adler's work on the origins of Judaism, expressing concerns over Adler's focus on social practices over intellectual idea...

Haisam Hassanein discusses how Egypt's strategic involvement in the Gaza conflict has potentially reshaped its diplomatic and economic standing in the region...

Zili Wenkert, an 83-year-old Holocaust survivor in Gedera, Israel, has been deeply distressed since her grandson, Omer Wenkert, was abducted by Hamas in Octo...

Before the First World War, students from Western countries rarely attended Lithuanian yeshivas due to political unrest in the region. However, after the war...

"The Jews Are Coming," a popular sketch comedy show in Israel, known for its irreverent humor about Jewish history, took a serious turn in response to the cu...

The Israeli comedy show "The Jews Are Coming" aired a sketch addressing intergenerational Jewish trauma following a recent tragic event on October 7. The emo...

A fragment of Jewish pottery found in Egypt sheds light on a woman's role in ancient Jewish history that has been overlooked. The inscription on the pottery,...

In this episode, Allison Kaplan Sommer, Don Futterman, and Noah Efron discuss the pressures and ultimatums from Israeli politicians Gantz and Gallant on Prim...

The Republican-dominated House Committee on Education and the Workforce has been conducting hearings on campus antisemitism, with college presidents like tho...

This episode explores the personal journey of Samer Sinijlawi, a Palestinian activist who transitioned from resistance to peace advocacy, emphasizing the ess...