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Michael Kurin's exploration of Megillat Esther posits that this biblical text, traditionally seen as a diaspora narrative, is actually steeped in themes rela...

Ernst Fraenkel, a Jewish lawyer in Nazi Germany, remarkably defended anti-Nazi defendants despite the oppressive regime. He devised the concept of a 'dual st...

Samuel J. Hyde critiques the Western approach to Iran's Islamic Republic, arguing that both liberals and conservatives fundamentally misunderstand revolution...

The video explores the multifaceted reasons behind the current tensions between the United States and Iran, highlighting that the Israeli dimension is just o...

The video explores the intriguing story of Abraham Ikuro Teshima, a Japanese individual who was deeply engaged with Zionist ideals. Teshima, although from a ...

With a profound dedication to honoring the victims of the Nova massacre, Israeli artist Amir Chodorov channels his grief and respect into a sprawling memoria...

Argentina has renewed its efforts to seek justice for the 1994 bombing of the AMIA Jewish community center in Buenos Aires, which killed 85 people. An arrest...

In this analysis, Joshua Hoffman argues that the lessons of the Iraq War should not impede decisive action against Iran's nuclear ambitions. While acknowledg...

Matti Friedman's latest book, "Out of the Sky: Heroism and Rebirth in Nazi Europe," delves into the mythic narrative of Hannah Senesh, a Hungarian-born Jewis...

Erich Wolfgang Korngold's operetta, "The Silent Serenade," is finally debuting in the U.S. nearly 80 years after its European premiere, thanks to the Mannes ...

Rabbi Moshe Cordovero, a pivotal figure in Jewish mysticism and the Kabbalistic tradition of the 16th century, is an influential presence in the study of Tor...

Rav Pinchas Menachem Alter, known as the Pnei Menachem, and his father, the Imrei Emes, are two contrasting yet deeply interconnected figures in the Gur Chas...

Lee Smith examines the contentious dynamics within the Republican Party and among its key figures over Donald Trump's aggressive Iran policy. With polls show...

Amidst the grim reality of seeking shelter from bomb sirens, Israelis donning costumes in bomb shelters represent a choice to embrace joy and resist the perv...

The article explores the intertwining of joy and sorrow in Jewish history and tradition, exemplified through holidays like Purim, Passover, and Yom Hashoah. ...

In a landmark act of restitution, Poland has returned 91 Jewish religious and ceremonial objects to Greece, including Torah scrolls and silver finials, decad...

Poland has returned 91 sacred Jewish artifacts to Greece, which were originally looted by the Nazis from Thessaloniki, a city with a significant Jewish popul...

In exploring the Torah portion of Ki Tissa, this video delves into the historical and cultural context of scriptural events, emphasizing their long-lasting i...

Nachum Kaplan's essay argues that Western misunderstandings of the Middle East stem from a fundamental difference in temporal perspective. While the West ope...

Rivka Bennun Kay presents "The American Yeshiva World: A Reading Guide," a curated list of book recommendations exploring the history, culture, and philosoph...

The article explores the Purim War of 2026, a pivotal conflict involving Israel and the United States against Iran, marking what could be the end of 47 years...

In this piece, Shoshanna Keats Jaskoll explores the enduring legacy and contemporary roles of Jewish women as heroines and redeemers. Reflecting on historica...

The text reflects on Iran's transformation into what many see as an extremist state following the 1979 revolution, making a parallel with the biblical comman...

In a poignant display of resilience during a period of conflict, Rabbi Hayim Leiter recounts performing a brit milah amid missile alerts south of Jerusalem. ...

Galeet Dardashti reflects on her grandfather, Younes Dardashti, known as the "Nightingale of Iran," who rose to fame as a Jewish singer in Iran during a time...

The discussion of Date Honey versus Bee Honey in the context of the Torah portion Ki Tissa unveils fascinating aspects of Jewish history and tradition. In th...

Bob Goldberg explores the symbolic timing of Israel's military action against Iran just before the Jewish holiday of Purim, aligning it with the themes of Sh...

The recent demise of Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, a result of a U.S.-Israel operation, has sparked hope among Iranian American Jews who fled the regi...

The video provides a brief overview of the Jewish holiday of Purim, capturing its historical context, traditions, and significance in under two minutes. It h...

The surprise death of Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei in an Israeli airstrike on Shabbat before Purim has drawn numerous parallels to the Book of Esther w...

Purim has long been celebrated with humor and parody, seen notably in the tradition of creating Purim Torah—a genre of satirical biblical and talmudic interp...

The discussion dives into Mordechai's strategic use of rhetoric in the Book of Esther, specifically highlighting his enigmatic statement about Esther's "fath...

Celebrating Purim after the Holocaust poses a profound challenge to some in the Jewish community, as articulated by philosopher Aviezer Ravitzky. The article...

Tova Ganzel explores the theme of dual loyalty in the Book of Esther, which is set outside the Land of Israel in the Persian Empire. Unlike other biblical na...

In an insightful conversation, Nader Hashemi, a prominent expert on Middle East and Islamic politics, delves into the intricate dynamics behind the resilienc...

The article details the significant impact that Ayatollah Khomeini and his successor, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, had on obstructing Israeli peace efforts since ...

The video delves into the historical and religious significance of the Golden Calf incident as recounted in the Torah portion Ki Tissa. It explores the reaso...

The article traces the events and consequences of the 2025 Israel-Iran war, providing a detailed timeline of occurrences between these two nations. It outlin...

Tablet Magazine offers an exclusive video for its subscribers focused on the significant geopolitical developments in Iran, potentially marking the end of an...

Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, Iran's supreme leader and a prominent adversary of Israel, was reportedly killed in a joint U.S.-Israeli military strike targeting Te...

Niall Ferguson discusses the recent joint U.S.-Israeli military strikes on Iran, marking a significant geopolitical event with the killing of Supreme Leader ...

In 2025, escalating tensions between Israel and Iran led to a significant military conflict, marking the first missile exchanges since the establishment of t...

Nachum Kaplan discusses the historical and modern phenomena of "Court Jews," who once mediated between Jewish communities and ruling powers in feudal Europe,...

Jeffrey Salkin explores the deep historical roots and continuous perception of Jewish difference as both a source of tension and resilience. Beginning with t...

The essay by Debbie Lechtman explores the growing trend of viewing all Jewish-related media and history through an anti-Zionist lens, clarifying this as a br...

Purim, often associated with joy and celebration, contains a lesser-discussed, morally troubling verse about conversion out of fear, illustrating a historica...

Rabbi Yosef Bekhor Shor, a prominent medieval Jewish scholar, uniquely interprets the Parasha of Tetsaveh, offering historical insights and his understanding...

David Roberts, a 19th-century artist known for his fascination with landscapes and historic sites, made an extraordinary journey through the Holy Land and su...

The article delves into contrasting interpretations of the Megillat Esther and its message for Jews living in the Diaspora. Rivka Bennun Kay discusses two pr...

Neil Keller visited a Miami nightclub to share with gold medal-winning hockey player Jack Hughes the story of Rudi Ball, a pioneering Jewish hockey player fr...