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Passover celebrates freedom, but why do we force ourselves to eat gefilte fish? Tradition is the short answer. Ashkenazi gefilte fish and Sephardic fish cake...

The text discusses the notion that even if one believes that legal actions against a public figure are an overreach, it is still possible to hold the opinion...

Derek Penslar, a Jewish history professor at Harvard, is writing a book called "Zionism: An Emotional State" that explores the history of Jewish nationalism ...

Professor Derek Penslar of Harvard University is working on a new book titled "Zionism: An Emotional State," which explores the history of Jewish nationalism...

In this episode of "Call Me Back," Yaakov Katz discusses the ongoing protests against judicial reforms in Israel, highlighting a resurgence in Israeli patrio...

As Passover approaches, the author reflects on the significance of the holiday in the current state of the world. They stress that the seder is not just a re...

Three hundred Canadian Jewish leaders signed an open letter published in newspapers expressing concerns about events in Israel, particularly threats to democ...

In this article, the author explores the evolution of the Passover Seder and its focus on the Exodus story in the absence of the Temple and the korban pesah ...

A new survey sponsored by the Keren Keshet Foundation has found that American Jews can be categorized into four groups based on their Jewish identity and com...

In these poems, the author reflects on the passing of time during a plague and the rituals they engage in. They describe the experience of being confined to ...

The author reflects on their experience as a day school parent and argues for the idea that Jewish day schools should be free or more affordable. They highli...

A new survey sponsored by the Keren Keshet Foundation reveals that American Jews are showing new trends in their engagement with Jewish identity. While the n...

The author expresses his frustration with American Jewish institutions that fail to provide an engaging and meaningful community. He shares his experiences o...

This article explores the concept of different categories in Judaism, such as man, woman, Jew, non-Jew, slave, poor person, and rich person. The author quest...

The author explores the significance of the storytelling aspect of the Passover Seder and its role in the creation of the Jewish nation. The Exodus story, as...

The practice of reading the Song of Songs on Shabbat Chol Hamoed, the Sabbath during the intermediate days of Passover, is unique to Ashkenazi synagogues. Th...

The Second Annual Great Canadian Seder brings together a diverse group including politicians, cantors, comics, and more for a virtual event filled with stori...

The author, Bruce Black, uses vivid imagery to describe the feeling of being stuck in the past but also yearning to move forward. He likens this struggle to ...

The author, Eric Marty, responds to a previous article that characterized him as an anti-American academic. He clarifies that his book quotes Judith Butler's...

In this issue of Sapir, dedicated to Israel's 75th birthday, the editors examine Israel's past and future. They address the national crisis arising from the ...

The idea of Israel being a "light unto the nations" has been interpreted in different ways throughout history. Early commentary focused on Israel following t...

Israel is currently experiencing protests against the government, which is attempting to bring the Supreme Court under political control and limit democratic...

Zionism has both blessed and burdened the Jewish people by liberating them through the establishment of the state of Israel. With this freedom, Jews have bee...

The Passover song Dayenu is not only about gratitude for the miracles of the Exodus but also serves as a blueprint for the story of Israel. The establishment...

The article argues that the commonly-held belief that Israel was created as a result of neocolonialist American imperialism is false. Instead, the author ass...

The article discusses the potential impact of the Hispanic community on Israel's future and the need for Israel to engage with Spanish-speaking audiences. Th...

The article argues that the traditional view of Israel as a struggling nation that needs the support of the Diaspora Jewish community is outdated. Israel's e...

The introduction of Twitter Blue, a paid verification program on the platform, has raised concerns about the potential increase in antisemitism and hate spee...

Israel is facing significant challenges that threaten its status as a democracy and its international standing. The recent protests against the right-wing go...

This text is a template or framework for republishing an article from The Forward, with instructions on how to properly credit and attribute the content. It ...

Jorge Luis Borges, an Argentine author, had a complex and sometimes contradictory attitude towards Jews. While he is often praised for his philosemitic works...

The topic of discussion is a Passover shoutout thread, where participants are encouraged to share their favorite Passover food, memory, or tradition. The pur...

In this Shiur (lecture), the leading Rabbonim (rabbis) address a variety of Pesach (Passover) Shailos (questions) commonly asked. Some of the topics discusse...

The text mentions that Trump has been indicted and invites readers to listen to a discussion about it.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has temporarily paused controversial judicial reforms that have sparked mass protests and condemnation from various...

The podcast episode "Across the Jew.S.A: Louisville, Kentucky: Ep. 356" explores Jewish stories in different places across the United States. In this episode...

In this episode of Unorthodox, the hosts explore the Jewish history of Louisville, Kentucky. They delve into the surprising connection between the Jewish com...

In the 100th episode of Unholy, hosts Yonit and Jonathan engage in a meaningful discussion with acclaimed thinker and writer Yuval Noah Harari. Harari, known...

Live at Bush Hall is the latest release from the British band Black Country, New Road, and serves as a great introduction to the band's new stage of their ca...

The article discusses the figure of Elijah in American political and cultural history. Elijah, the biblical prophet, has been invoked by various figures thro...

Jews have been present in Kentucky since the 1800s and have played a significant role in the bourbon industry. Early Jewish immigrants founded organizations ...

Isaac Rosenberg, an English-born son of Jewish Lithuanian immigrants, was a talented artist and poet who served in the British Army during World War I. Despi...

Rivka Basman Ben-Hayim, a Yiddish poet and Holocaust survivor, passed away recently in Israel. During the war, she was sent to the Vilna Ghetto and then to a...

The book "Israel's Declaration of Independence: The History and Political Theory of the Nation's Founding Moment" by Neil Rogachevsky and Dov Zigler explores...

In their new book, "Israel's Declaration of Independence: The History and Political Theory of the Nation's Founding Moment," Neil Rogachevsky and Dov Zigler ...

The tradition of getting rid of hametz (leavened products) for Passover has its roots in the story of Joseph in the Bible. Joseph accumulates grain and creat...

Irwin Cotler, a former Canadian Justice Minister, critiques the comparison of Canada's judicial system to Israel's proposed judicial overhaul, labeling it mi...

The Jewish community in Halifax is facing a matzah shortage just before Passover, prompting an emergency message from the Atlantic Jewish Council. Rabbi Yako...

In this episode, Linda Gradstein and Noah Efron tackle two important topics and end with a lighthearted anecdote from Israel. They discuss the recent events ...

Linda Gradstein and Noah Efron discuss the recent events in Israel, questioning Benjamin Netanyahu's actions and sanity following a period of political turmo...