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With 'Jew Jitsu', Dmitri Shufutinsky wants to flip anti-Israel arguments on their head
17 Dec
Dmitri Shufutinsky's book, 'Jew Jitsu,' provides counterarguments to anti-Israel rhetoric by turning the arguments back on their originators, focusing on edu...
17 Dec
Israel: State of a Nation
Finding Parallels from the 1929 Hebron Massacre to Oct. 7
17 Dec
Yardena Schwartz explores the comparisons between two significant instances of Jewish-Muslim interaction during periods of violence: the 1929 Hebron Massacre...
17 Dec
The Commentary Magazine Podcast
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The New Trump
17 Dec
Donald Trump demonstrated a shift in tone during a press conference as president-elect, portraying a less combative and more polished demeanor. The podcast d...
17 Dec
Moment
What I Learned from Teaching Black Literature
17 Dec
In 1970, amidst the volatile socio-political climate following student-led strikes for ethnic studies, Michael Krasny, a young white Jewish professor, was ta...
17 Dec
Chabad.org
Jewish Educator: "This Will Change How You See Faith and Family FOREVER..."
17 Dec
In this poignant narrative, Chaya Teldon shares her extraordinary journey from leaving home at a young age to immerse herself in Jewish education, becoming a...
17 Dec
Jewish Chronicle
Our 21 best Chanukah doughnut recipes ever
17 Dec
With Chanukah approaching, a delightful array of 21 doughnut recipes is featured, offering options for various dietary preferences and flavor palates. From c...
17 Dec
Jewish Chronicle
Bimuelos (Chanukah cardamom sugar fritters)
17 Dec
Bimuelos, a traditional Sephardi treat enjoyed during Chanukah, shifts the culinary focus from the often-celebrated Ashkenazi latkes to indulgent, sweet frit...
17 Dec
Haaretz Weekly
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Is Israel squandering a rare chance in Syria?
17 Dec
Journalist Gregg Carlstrom argues that Israel is missing a critical opportunity by maintaining aggressive policies in Syria following the Assad regime's coll...
17 Dec
Jewish Chronicle
New Schools Bill poses threat to traditional education, Charedi rabbi warns
17 Dec
The Charedi community in the UK is preparing to oppose the proposed Children's Wellbeing and Schools Bill, due to be introduced into Parliament. This legisla...
17 Dec
Jewdicious
Words Tell Our Stories; Actions Define Our Lives
17 Dec
Reflecting on his journey from a passive student during the 1960s at Brandeis University to becoming an active participant in life, Dr. Michael S. Lewis cont...
17 Dec
Israel: State of a Nation
Parallel Massacres a Century Apart
17 Dec
The video examines the tragic parallels between two historical events: the massacre of Jews in Hebron in 1929 and a recent attack on Jews on October 7, as hi...
17 Dec
Forward
‘We can never lose hope’: Biden’s message to Jewish community at his final White House Hanukkah party
17 Dec
At his final White House Hanukkah reception, President Joe Biden urged the Jewish community to maintain hope amidst current challenges and reaffirmed his ste...
17 Dec
Jewish Chronicle
Whatever we do, the media will not stop propaganda on Gaza
17 Dec
A recent report titled "Questionable Counting" reveals how the Hamas-run Ministry of Health in Gaza has inflated casualty figures, misleading international m...
17 Dec
Future of Jewish
This is the last chance for the Zionist Left.
17 Dec
Amid escalating political and social challenges, the Zionist Left in Israel faces a pivotal moment. The demise of Merav Michaeli's leadership within the Labo...
17 Dec
Jewish Chronicle
This kosher king is headed to London’s West End
17 Dec
Renowned kosher caterer Tony Page is set to expand London's kosher dining scene by opening a new restaurant in the West End, near Oxford Street. The establis...
17 Dec
eJewishPhilanthropy
Balancing modern means and Jewish values in fundraising
17 Dec
Exploring the intersection of Jewish values and modern fundraising methods, Jewish philanthropy must integrate innovative techniques with the rich ethical fr...
17 Dec
Jewish Action
Defenders of the Jewish People: Remembering Israel’s Fallen Soldiers
17 Dec
The article pays tribute to Israeli soldiers, particularly focusing on the stories of Sergeant First Class Amichai Yisrael Yehoshua Oster and Master Sergeant...
17 Dec
The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner
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'Bubble legislation' back on the ballot: Two Toronto councillors explain what's changed since May
17 Dec
Toronto's city council is revisiting 'bubble legislation' to better protect vulnerable community spaces from hateful demonstrations, with renewed focus follo...
17 Dec
Jewish Action
The Ultimate Sacrifice: The Faith and Courage of IDF Widows
17 Dec
Chava Zenilman, Hadas Loewenstern, Dana Cohen, and Galit Vizel represent the resilience and faith of IDF widows who have lost husbands in recent conflicts in...
17 Dec
Jewish Action
Welcoming October 8th Jews Home: A Symposium
17 Dec
Following the tragic events of October 7, many unaffiliated American Jews are experiencing a profound reconnection with their Jewish identity, now being refe...
17 Dec
Jewish Action
What Jews Really Want
17 Dec
Liel Leibovitz explores the post-October 7 resurgence of interest in Judaism, suggesting a shift from the current outreach models to ones that emphasize chal...
17 Dec
Jewish Action
Leave No Neshamah Behind
17 Dec
Rebbetzin Gevura Davis shares insights from her work in kiruv, emphasizing the importance of welcoming all Jews into the community, particularly in light of ...
17 Dec
Jewish Action
Ten-Year Goal to Save Am Yisrael: One million new Jewish families on the path to keeping Shabbat
17 Dec
Rabbi Dr. Warren Goldstein proposes a bold plan to strengthen global Jewish identity by focusing efforts on promoting Shabbat observance. With assimilation i...
17 Dec
Jewish Action
Cultivating Jewish Pride
17 Dec
Rabbi Judah Mischel explores the resurgence of Jewish identity and pride in the face of contemporary global challenges, particularly rising antisemitism and ...
17 Dec
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What’s the Goal of the Gap Year in Israel? Ari Waxman, Judah Mischel, and Gershon Turetsky [Israel & Diaspora Bonus]
17 Dec
A panel of rabbis explores the "gap year" experience in Israel, considering its transformative impact on American Jewish youth and the challenges it presents...
17 Dec
Jewish Action
Responding to the Call
17 Dec
Rabbi Efraim Mintz discusses the evolution of Orthodox Jewry's response to challenges posed by modernity, specifically highlighting the kiruv (outreach) move...
17 Dec
Jewish Action
Welcoming October 8th Jews Home: A Symposium, Part 2
17 Dec
The symposium explores different perspectives on Jewish outreach, emphasizing the importance of fostering Jewish identity and pride, even if it doesn't immed...
17 Dec
Jewish Action
Welcoming October 8th Jews Home: A Symposium, Part 3
17 Dec
In a thought-provoking symposium, Rivkah Slonim and Rabbi Efraim Mintz discuss new strategies for strengthening Jewish identity among American Orthodox Jews,...
17 Dec
Jewish Action
Start-Up Shul: How to build a welcoming kehillah
17 Dec
The article explores the growth and experience of the Altneu Synagogue, a new community on Manhattan's Upper East Side, particularly in response to the event...
17 Dec
Jewish Action
Reaching Across the Gap
17 Dec
Kesher Yehudi is a social movement in Israel dedicated to uniting religious and secular Jews through the pairing of study partners, known as chavrutot. The o...
17 Dec
Jewish Action
The American Israeli Post-October 7
17 Dec
In the aftermath of the October 7 terror attacks, American Israelis experienced a profound upheaval, prompting a significant shift in their engagement with J...
17 Dec
Jewish Action
How a Gap Year in Israel Can Change a Life
17 Dec
Olami Launch provides a transformative gap year experience in Israel for Jewish teens from secular backgrounds, contributing to their personal growth and str...
17 Dec
Jewish Action
Getting More Jewish Kids into Jewish Schools
17 Dec
The Consortium of Jewish Day Schools (CoJDS) has launched a new initiative called "Coming Home" to promote Jewish education by increasing enrollment in Jewis...
17 Dec
Jewish Action
It All Starts with a Mom
17 Dec
TJJ for Moms and Dads, an initiative created by NCSY, allows parents of teens who have participated in The Anne Samson Jerusalem Journey to experience Israel...
17 Dec
Jewish Action
Just Ahavas Yisrael
17 Dec
Project Inspire is a volunteer-driven initiative that facilitates joyful and experiential Jewish events for individuals from diverse backgrounds, without exp...
17 Dec
Jewish Action
A Time of Repentance
17 Dec
In the wake of the Six-Day War, Rabbi Shlomo Wolbe witnessed and encouraged a religious awakening among secular Israelis, inspired by the miraculous events o...
17 Dec
Jewish Action
Rethinking Outreach Post-October 7: Speaking with Rabbi Yitzchak Breitowitz
17 Dec
Rabbi Dovid Bashevkin interviews Rabbi Yitzchak Breitowitz about the post-October 7 Jewish identity awakening in the American and Israeli Jewish communities,...
17 Dec
Jewish Action
Outreach Obligations and Responsibilities: What Does Halachah Say?
17 Dec
In a conversation moderated by Rabbi Phil Karesh, Rabbi Shmuel Fuerst and Rabbi Micah Greenland discuss the halachic obligation for engagement in Jewish outr...
17 Dec
Jewish Action
Rabbi Dovid Bashevkin on Jewish Identity Post-October 7
17 Dec
Rabbi Dovid Bashevkin reflects on Jewish identity, particularly in light of contemporary challenges such as secularism and assimilation. He critiques the "Je...
17 Dec
Jewish Action
Look a Little Harder
17 Dec
Rabbi Ezra Sarna reflects on the quiet dedication of unsung heroes who contribute humbly and significantly to Jewish communities. Through various anecdotes d...
17 Dec
Jewish Action
What’s the Truth about . . . Relocating a Sefer Torah?
17 Dec
Relocating a sefer Torah is a nuanced issue in Jewish law, typically discouraged due to the high respect and honor due to the Torah. Historically, sources ad...
17 Dec
Jewish Action
It’s My Party and I’ll Fry if I Want to
17 Dec
In this seasonal article, Naomi Ross explores the deeper significance of Chanukah through culinary celebrations. While Chanukah is a time to recall divine mi...
17 Dec
Jewish Action
New from OU Press – Winter 2024
17 Dec
Rabbanit Atira Ote's new Hebrew book, "Ote LaParasha," invites families to explore the weekly Torah portions and haftarot with fresh and engaging content. Pu...
17 Dec
Jewish Action
The Shochet (Vol. 1): A Memoir of Jewish Life in Ukraine and Crimea
17 Dec
"The Shochet (Vol. 1)", a memoir by Pinkhes-Dov Goldenshteyn, translated and annotated by Michoel Rotenfeld, offers a vivid portrayal of Jewish shtetl life i...
17 Dec
Jewish Action
Canada’s Rabbi: The Life and Legacy of Rabbi Reuven Bulka
17 Dec
Rabbi Reuven Bulka, remembered as 'Canada's Rabbi,' exemplified the impact a dedicated community leader can have. Serving for over fifty years as the senior ...
17 Dec
Jewish Action
The Guide to the Perplexed: A New Translation
17 Dec
The new translation and commentary of Maimonides' "The Guide to the Perplexed" by Lenn E. Goodman and Phillip I. Lieberman, published by Stanford University ...
17 Dec
Jewish Action
Reviews in Brief – Winter 2024
17 Dec
Rabbi Gil Student reviews three seminal books touching on different aspects of Jewish thought and practice. Rabbi Yitzchak Shilat's "Medinah, Halachah VeKava...
17 Dec
Jewish Action
Coming Out of the Woodwork
17 Dec
Jeff Korbman recounts his journey from a hobby woodworker to a craftsman with a meaningful purpose, merging his Jewish identity with woodworking. Starting wi...
17 Dec
Jewish Action
Letters – Winter 2024
17 Dec
This collection of letters in JA Mag addresses various facets of Jewish life and challenges. A moving tribute is shared for Sgt. David Mittelman, a lone sold...
17 Dec
Jewish Action
October 8th Dropouts: Reclaiming the Jews of Shame
17 Dec
Rabbi Moshe Hauer discusses the phenomenon of Jewish disassociation in a post-October 7 world where two types of threats against Jews are prevalent: physical...
17 Dec