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"Letters from the Afterlife" is a profound collection of correspondence between Holocaust survivors Chava Rosenfarb, a Yiddish writer, and Zenia Larsson, a s...

Reflecting on the recent past and the year 2026, Carol Ann Schwartz discusses how the Jewish community continues to struggle with the aftermath of the Octobe...

Milan, Italy, a city known for its architectural grandeur and rich cultural history, is also home to a vibrant Jewish community with a presence dating back t...

Ellen Finkelstein, in her first year as CEO of Hadassah, reflects on key moments and challenges that have shaped her tenure. She expresses gratitude for the ...

Following the October 7, 2023 Hamas attacks, Marci Pratt engaged in an initiative to pray for hostage Eden Zecharya. Eden's tragic death spurred Marci to con...

Ruthie Rousso, a multifaceted figure in the culinary world, has expanded her roles to include humanitarian aid through World Central Kitchen (WCK) during and...

Jonathan Schmalzbach reflects on the enduring support for Israel and the Jewish people demonstrated by various global allies. The piece articulates how these...

Renia Spiegel's Holocaust-era diary, first published internationally in 2019, has now been translated into Hebrew, gaining renewed attention and serving as a...

Harvard professor Henry Louis Gates Jr. dives into the intertwined histories of Black and Jewish communities in his new PBS series, "Black and Jewish America...

Amid rising antisemitism and racial biases, a new initiative in Crown Heights unites Black and Orthodox Jewish mothers, including Jews of Color, to tackle bi...

Vivienne Gilliar-Smith recounts a poignant moment of connection to her Jewish heritage through a dress that belonged to her great-grandmother. As she prepare...

Alan Morinis, founder of The Mussar Institute, discusses the profound spiritual benefits of unplugging on Shabbat as explored in his new book, "The Shabbat E...

Jewish women are emerging at the forefront of a new movement to address menopause, a critical and often overlooked stage in women's health. With Generation X...

The iGaming industry has undergone significant transformation over the past decade, driven by advancements in modern technology, evolving regulations, and th...

Remi Haik Weinberg's book, "The Lost Wisdom of Rambam," revitalizes the health teachings of the esteemed Rabbi Moshe ben Maimon, known as Maimonides or Ramba...

Hadassah, The Women's Zionist Organization of America, has shown resilience and significant achievements in 2024 amidst the challenges faced globally, especi...

Hadassah Magazine dedicates its latest issue to a celebration of Jewish literature in anticipation of Jewish Book Month and Hanukkah. The issue explores a wi...

Bethlehem Road by Judy Lev is a collection of 12 short stories capturing the essence of the Baka neighborhood in Jerusalem from the 1960s to the 1990s. With ...

Readers of Hadassah Magazine share thought-provoking stories on diverse topics, reflecting community engagements and personal histories. Melissa Milgram and ...

The article explores the ancient Hebrew root (dalet, reish, gimel), which means to rank, grade, step, or arrange in levels, highlighting its usage throughout...

Explore the evolving dialogue on menopause through a dynamic panel hosted by Hadassah Magazine, featuring experts such as Joanna Strober and Lauren Tetenbaum...

Nina Lichtenstein's memoir, "Body: My Life in Parts," offers a unique exploration of identity, transformation, and cultural integration, using her own body a...

The article reviews a selection of new Jewish-themed books that traverse various genres and explore diverse narratives, from historical fiction to biography,...

Following the Hamas attacks in October 2023, the Gandel Rehabilitation Center at Hadassah's Mount Scopus campus was opened ahead of schedule to address urgen...

Stephanie Z. Bonder reflects on the resilience of Israelis and Zionists, drawing personal and historical parallels to emphasize the enduring Jewish spirit de...

Women scribes are revolutionizing Jewish tradition as they take on the historically male domain of Torah writing. Spearheaded by Jen Taylor Friedman, who com...

The article discusses the critical nursing shortage in Israel, presenting interventions by the Hadassah Medical Organization (HMO) to address the crisis. Wit...

Jonathan Schmalzbach explores the often overlooked role of women in the Hanukkah narrative, particularly focusing on figures like Judith and Hannah who exemp...

Hen Mazzig, an Israeli with Mizrahi roots, celebrates Mizrahi Jewish traditions as part of preserving Jewish heritage, particularly post the October 7, 2023,...

Tehila Hakimi's novel "Hunting in America," translated by Joanna Chen, explores cultural dislocation through the lens of an Israeli woman's alienation in an ...

Tcia Gara, a distinguished Hungarian chess champion, made aliyah to Israel in May amidst escalating regional tensions. Despite the challenging environment du...

JADE, the Jewish Association for Death Education, founded in January 2023 by Susan Kramer and David Zinner, aims to facilitate conversations about death with...

The YIVO Institute for Jewish Research has launched a commemorative coffee table book titled "100 Objects: From the Collections of the YIVO Institute for Jew...

In a fascinating travelogue, Joyce Eisenberg recounts her journey through Uzbekistan, Georgia, and Armenia, regions steeped in Jewish history and culture. Mo...

The rise in antisemitic incidents has ushered innovative digital solutions like the Combat Antisemitism Movement's "Report It" app, enabling individuals to d...

"The Last Dekrepitzer" by Howard Langer, winner of the National Jewish Book Awards Book Club prize, follows Rabbi Shmuel Meir Lichtbencher, the sole survivor...

Exploring the rich tradition of Jewish self-help literature, several contemporary books illustrate how Jewish wisdom can provide pathways to emotional wellne...

Hadassah Magazine's Hanukkah Gift Guide 2025 offers an array of present ideas that celebrate Jewish identity, heritage, and faith through modern design and c...

Rabbi Rachel Kobrin reflects on the Netflix series "Nobody Wants This," which presents a narrative about a young rabbi and a non-Jewish podcaster falling in ...

Israeli fashion has become a canvas for expressing national emotions and resilience following recent conflicts, as seen in a gown by Yaniv Persy that carried...

Sigd, an official Israeli state holiday since 2008, is an ancient celebration unique to the Ethiopian Jewish community, known as Beta Israel. Observed 50 day...

As Thanksgiving and Hanukkah approach, the concept of "l'dor v'dor"—passing heritage through generations—resonates deeply, particularly amid current challeng...

Jewish children's picture books have seen a resurgence, offering a diverse range of stories that celebrate Jewish traditions, resilience, and multicultural e...

Ilana Kurshan explores the transformative experience of transitioning from picture books to chapter books with her son, drawing parallels between this shift ...

As Israel navigates the aftermath of its longest war, the nation faces a complex journey toward recovery and normalcy. The recent release of hostages from Ga...

John Irving's latest novel, "Queen Esther," explores Jewish history and identity through its protagonist, Esther Nacht, an orphan from Vienna who immigrates ...

Randi O'Connor presents a curated selection of Jewish literature for November and December 2025 in Hadassah Magazine. This guide highlights recent publicatio...

Rabbi Angela Buchdahl, the senior rabbi at Central Synagogue in New York City, will engage in a conversation on December 8, 2025, about her unique journey fr...

On October 13, 2025, Israel celebrated the emotional release of the final 20 hostages from Gaza, two years after a devastating attack by Hamas that had plung...

Rachel Goldberg-Polin has emerged as a poignant symbol of resilience and hope following the harrowing abduction and eventual murder of her son, Hersh Goldber...