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The Tabbies, hosted by Tablet magazine, are awards given to the most inspiring, surprising, and altruistic efforts of the past year. This year's winners incl...

Tablet Top Tens is a collection of articles from Jewish media. The articles cover a range of topics including politics, culture, history, and personal storie...

The European Genizah refers to thousands of Hebrew manuscript pages that were torn out and repurposed as book bindings or covers for archival files. These pa...

Irena Klepfisz, a poet-activist and Holocaust survivor, explores the ambiguity between death and survival in her collection of poems, "Her Birth and Later Ye...

Leo Tolstoy's views on sexual desire and its impact on spirituality are explored in his writings, particularly in works like Anna Karenina and The Kreutzer S...

Reinhold Niebuhr and Abraham Joshua Heschel, two influential religious figures, formed an unlikely friendship despite their theological differences. Niebuhr ...

Abraham Joshua Heschel, a renowned Jewish theologian, had a casual family visit with the author's parents in 1959. Despite his fame as a writer and thinker, ...

El Paso, Texas, is experiencing an influx of migrants, with over 1,500 arriving in one evening. This wave of migrants coincides with the Feast of Our Lady of...

Israel is currently in a state of political crisis, with a broken political system and repeated elections causing chaos. The new government led by Benjamin N...

The Israeli television show "Chanshi" tells the story of an engaged Orthodox Jewish girl from Brooklyn who flees to Israel to fulfill her fantasies of sleepi...

"Leopoldstadt" is a play written by Tom Stoppard that premiered in London in January 2020. It explores the tragedy of assimilation and the persistence of ant...

This article reflects on Theodor Herzl's essay "The Menorah," in which he uses the story of Hanukkah to explore the reclaiming of Jewish identity in the face...

Rabbi Joseph Karo, a prominent Talmudic scholar in Safed, combined his intense study of Talmudic literature with an active mystical and visionary life. Unlik...

"I'll Have What She's Having: The Jewish Deli" exhibition at the New-York Historical Society showcases the history and significance of Jewish delis in Americ...

The author recounts a story about a failed date on Christmas Day and how it led to a newfound appreciation for Hanukkah. The author reflects on the power of ...

Eliezer Ben-Yehuda, the scholar who revived Hebrew as a modern language, is celebrated on the 100th anniversary of his death. Hebrew education in America has...

Philip Rieff, known as the former husband of Susan Sontag, was a conservative sociologist who criticized American society as violent and doomed. He advocated...

The author discusses the current state of organized labor in the United States and the challenges it faces. They highlight the indifference of the Democratic...

The author discusses the history and significance of the dreidel, a game played during Hanukkah. They debunk the myth that the dreidel originated as a secret...

This article discusses the unique nature of Hanukkah as a Jewish holiday that lacks a preparatory period or ritual. Unlike other Jewish holidays, such as Pur...

The popular Unorthodox podcast is hosting live events in various cities across the country in 2023. The events include podcast recordings, book talks, and sp...

The collapse of Sam Bankman-Fried's cryptocurrency empire, FTX, is seen as part of a larger pattern of financial scams disguised as moral causes. Bankman-Fri...

The article discusses the concept of Jewish vulgarity and its historical significance. It highlights John Murray Cuddihy's book "The Ordeal of Civility," whi...

The Best Jewish Children's Books of 2022 feature a diverse collection of themes and settings. These include stories about Sukkot, Orthodox life, the Jewish i...

Chana Raskin, a woman from a Hasidic background, is releasing an album called "Kapelya" featuring Hasidic niggunim (wordless Jewish melodies) sung in a woman...

In September 1948, Aliza Adas, the wife of Shafiq Adas, franticly traveled to the Royal Palace in Baghdad. Shafiq had been convicted of treason and aiding Is...

The article discusses a little-known made-for-TV Christmas musical called "Mrs. Santa Claus," which aired in 1996. The musical, starring Angela Lansbury, is ...

This article discusses the decline of sports due to the increasing politicization and commercialization of sporting events, particularly focusing on the 2022...

Jessica Grose, a New York Times parenting opinion writer, has gained popularity for her straightforward and relatable approach to discussing the challenges o...

A recent trip to Tel Aviv made the author realize that gay fathers are very prominent in the city and are leading happy and fulfilled lives. A study conducte...

Lentils have a rich history in Jewish cooking, dating back to biblical times. They have been enjoyed by various cultures throughout history for their nutriti...

The recent electoral victory of Benjamin Netanyahu and the emergence of the Religious Zionism party in Israel signal a shift away from liberal constructions ...

Blessing Afrifa, an 18-year-old sprinter from Israel, won the 200-meter final at the under-20 track and field world championships in Colombia. Afrifa set a n...

The text describes a journey through a slum in a capital city with vivid descriptions of the environment and encounters with various individuals, including a...

The author has been selected to receive the Adrienne Cooper Dreaming in Yiddish award for 2022. The award, established in memory of the late vocalist and tea...

"Aucun Ours (No Bears)" is an admirable film by Jafar Panahi, who is currently imprisoned in Tehran. The film highlights the voices, musicality, and slow cad...

Femtech, a subset of the health technology field focused on women's health, is experiencing significant growth in the market. The rise of self-optimization a...

The article discusses the possibility of a future civil war in the United States, triggered by a contested election. The author argues that the country is al...

The article discusses the vilification and cancellation of well-known Jewish playwright David Mamet within the Jewish and left-leaning community. Mamet, know...

This text discusses the failed double-cross by the British towards Israel during the British Mandatory Palestine era. It highlights the complicated relations...

Cabbage, although not mentioned in the Bible, has been an important part of Jewish cuisine for centuries and is used in various dishes for Jewish holidays. I...

The Middle East and Arab-Israeli relations are undergoing a significant shift, as a new strategic alignment is emerging that promises a better chance for reg...

Tablet is hosting a Hanukkah pop-up event at the West Side Comedy Club in NYC. The event includes a complimentary shot of vodka and smoked fish, and each eve...

New England merchants in the 19th century, including prominent families like Cabot, Lowell, and Perkins, gained wealth through the China trade. The trade was...

Meta, formerly known as Facebook, is betting big on the Metaverse, with its Meta Quest Pro aiming to lead the virtual reality race. Mark Zuckerberg views the...

Saudi Arabia's shocking 2-1 victory over Argentina in the World Cup has political and diplomatic implications for the kingdom. While Argentina was heavily fa...

The Biden administration is showing hostility towards the Abraham Accords, a framework for peace agreements between Israel and Arab countries. This is becaus...

The article discusses the Puritans and their beliefs, which are often overlooked in discussions of Thanksgiving. The Puritans aimed to purify the Church of E...

The text discusses Kanye West's controversial statements and actions, suggesting that he is becoming an anti-Semite. However, the author argues that West may...

The author explores the concept of "brokenism," the belief that institutions and societies can decay and become irrelevant. They argue that there are two cam...