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A Jerusalem mother reflects on the complexities of living amid tension, caught between the relative safety of her own life and the harrowing realities faced ...

The piece provides a moving snapshot of life in the Galilee during wartime, with a family adjusting to the challenges of missile sirens, closed airports, and...

The Paris Peace Forums Conference marked a significant effort towards Israeli-Palestinian peace, gathering hundreds of participants despite challenges such a...

Joanna Chen shares her personal experience volunteering with the Israeli organization, Road to Recovery, which transports Palestinian patients, primarily chi...

Marlee Matlin, acclaimed deaf actress and the subject of the documentary "Marlee Matlin: Not Alone Anymore," collaborated with director Shoshannah Stern, als...

Amidst the recent escalation in the Israel-Gaza conflict, Jessica Keener identifies as "A Jew in the Middle," striving for a nuanced stance that acknowledges...

Artist Danielle Alhassid's "Go Forth O Daughters" is an innovative art project exploring the Tsenerene, the Yiddish Women's Bible, integrating historical tex...

Marty Ross-Dolan's memoir "Always There, Always Gone" delves into the lingering impact of a tragic family history, centered around the love and loss experien...

Highlighting the counter-cultural resonance of Shabbat, the article explores how this ancient Jewish practice offers a modern form of rebellion against techn...

The Author, inspired by personal experience, explores profound themes of motherhood, terminal illness, and autonomy in her novel, "Unfinished Acts of Wild Cr...

Deportation and expulsion have long been part of Jewish history, notably since the expulsion of Jews from Spain in 1492. This historical trauma remains vivid...

Alicia Ostriker, the esteemed poet and longtime poetry editor for Lilith, discusses her latest collection, "The Holy and Broken Bliss," which addresses theme...

The author reflects on the challenges of observing Jewish holidays while living with a chronic illness. A disrupted Passover plan due to unexpected sickness ...

In a poignant and personal letter, the author expresses frustration with their local Montana representative who knocked on their door during a political camp...

In an evocative personal narrative, the author recounts a journey to Morocco in 1998, where an unexpected encounter in Marrakesh's Jewish quarter fosters a p...

A new mother recounts her experience in the emergency room with her infant daughter, initially believing she had a fever. Expecting to be a "chill" parent, s...

The piece explores the impact of maternal thoughts and experiences on children, raising questions about nature versus nurture. In a gathering of single Jewis...

Cambridge, Massachusetts has become a burgeoning hub for Sefardi Jewish culture thanks to the grassroots efforts of Naomi Spector and Yinnon Sanders. Their c...

Lili Ország was a Hungarian artist of Jewish origin whose work was deeply influenced by her heritage and the traumas of World War II. Raised in a Jewish fami...

Marra B. Gad's memoir, "The Color of Love: A Story of a Mixed-Race Jewish Girl," explores her dual identity as a Black and Jewish woman adopted by a white As...

In a reflection on trans identity and Jewish tradition, Laynie Soloman of SVARA examines the political challenges facing transgender people under the Trump a...

Jessica Soffer's novel "This Is a Love Story" explores the multifaceted nature of love through the 50-year marriage of its central characters, Jane and Abe. ...

Raised in South Florida, a young nonbinary Jew reflects on finding community at Brandeis University amid the political upheaval following a contentious elect...

Tova Mirvis shares a curated list of ten novels that explore the complex narratives surrounding divorce, showcasing the psychological and emotional tumult th...

A Body that Works is an Israeli series on Netflix that poignantly explores the emotional and ethical complexities of surrogacy. Through the intertwined lives...

Exploring the films "Nosferatu" by Robert Eggers and "Babygirl" by Halina Reijn, this article delves into the portrayal of female desire and its suppression ...

Jesse Eisenberg's film "A Real Pain" provides a refreshing take on Holocaust narratives by avoiding didactic tropes and instead focusing on personal and exis...

Isabelle Seddon, a British tour guide and author, discusses her journey from an Orthodox Jewish upbringing in Plymouth to her achievements in exploring Jewis...

As the year 2024 concludes, Lilith magazine invites readers to engage with its unique brand of Jewish feminist journalism. The publication continues to provi...

Nora Dahlia's debut rom-com, "Pick-Up," introduces a new subgenre in literature known as "mom-com," portraying the relatable and chaotic life of a divorced J...

This roundup by Helene Meyers highlights memorable moments in Jewish feminism during a challenging year. It features the political successes of Jewish female...

Between the Temples is a poignant film exploring themes of grief, renewal, and self-discovery, paralleling the introspection of the High Holy Days. Cantor Be...

Sonia Delaunay, born Sarah Stern in 1885, emerged as a pioneering figure in the abstract modern art movement, despite societal barriers faced by women and Je...

The Other Israel Film Festival in Manhattan highlights the ongoing complexities of Israeli-Palestinian relations a year after the October 7 Hamas attack and ...

Guest contributor Meichen Waxer explores her ancestral connection to the Jewish community of Kirkland Lake, Ontario, through a unique art installation at the...

Reflecting on family traditions and the transmission of heritage through the simple act of baking bread, the narrative threads the lives of generations of wo...

The exhibition "Seeking Joy" at the Heller Museum in New York showcases women's art that embodies resilience and the pursuit of joy amidst adversity and hist...

The article captures a poignant and introspective moment of a person's conversion to Judaism, focusing on their mikvah immersion experience. It begins with t...

The article explores the iconic collars of late Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg, highlighting their significance as symbols of her legacy and her i...

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...

Jennifer Baum's memoir, "Just City," intertwines her personal experiences growing up in RNA House on the Upper West Side with a broader exploration of housin...

Exploring a tapestry of seemingly random yet deeply personal elements, Chanel Dubofsky's piece reflects a life intertwined with Jewish identity, daily curios...

Mikhal Weiner's poignant essay explores a year marred by violence, loss, and profound grief. Weiner reflects on the escalating and multifaceted crisis betwee...

In this compelling and emotive poem, the guest blogger, under the pseudonym Rachel, expresses a passionate plea for peace and justice through the lens of a c...

"Ldor vdor," a poem featured by a guest blogger, weaves a narrative within the confines of an ordinary grocery store interaction, exploring Jewish identity a...

In this thought-provoking poem, the author explores the tension between patriarchal Jewish tradition and the subversive spiritual practices of women, often l...

Award-winning filmmaker Roberta Pyzel's 57-minute documentary, "Dworkin," revisits the influential work and thoughts of Andrea Dworkin, a formidable feminist...

Jewish poetry by women is experiencing a vibrant renaissance, featuring works that delve into healing and addressing the complexities of the modern world. Le...

Lili Rosen offers an evocative glimpse into her one-woman show, "The Second Circumcision of Lili Rosen," drawing from her personal experiences of growing up ...

A poignant poem by a guest contributor reflects on the aftermath of the events of October 7, when tragedy struck and disrupted the lives of many farmers and ...