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Sapir Publisher's Note 1 Aug
The text discusses the lack of emphasis on faith in American Jewish life, attributing it to the multifaceted nature of Jewish identity and a reluctance to de...
1 Aug
Sapir Jewish Masterpiece: ‘Hatikvah’ 1 Aug
The article discusses the significance of the Jewish anthem, "Hatikvah," especially in the context of the survivors of Bergen-Belsen singing it upon liberati...
1 Aug
Sapir Faith & Fertility in Israel 1 Aug
In Israel, fertility rates have remained high compared to many other countries, with religious groups like the Haredi Jews having exceptionally high birth ra...
1 Aug
Sapir The First Tisha B’Av Since October 7 1 Aug
The text delves into the evolution of Tisha B'Av observance from a day of mourning for the destruction of the Temple to a day reflecting Israel's transition ...
1 Aug
Sapir The God Who Dwells in Doubt 1 Aug
The author shares a deeply personal journey of faith and doubt, reflecting on moments of awe and skepticism towards God. Growing up as a skeptic influenced b...
1 Aug
Sapir Show Up to Synagogue 1 Aug
The discussion explores the importance of synagogue attendance for young American Jews facing rising antisemitism and social challenges. Drawing parallels to...
1 Aug
Sapir The Search for God in the Jewish Classroom 1 Aug
The discussion highlights the complexities of teaching faith in Jewish education, especially in the context of displaying the Ten Commandments in public clas...
1 Aug
Sapir Faith vs. Faithfulness in American Jewish Institutions 1 Aug
The text discusses the decline in faith and engagement with American Jewish institutions, such as synagogues and Federations, paralleling the broader trend o...
1 Aug
Sapir For America’s Jews, Past Is Prologue 1 Aug
The text reflects on the history of antisemitism in America and its impact on the Jewish community, highlighting recent incidents of hatred and prejudice. De...
1 Aug
Sapir Why Is a Jewish Atheist Different from All Other Atheists? 1 Aug
The article explores the unique identity of Jewish atheists by posing four questions that distinguish them from other atheists. It delves into historical fig...
1 Aug
Sapir Haredi Faith: Theology and the Draft Controversy 1 Aug
The text explores the theological perspective within Israeli Haredi society, focusing on the belief that human efforts have no direct impact on outcomes, whi...
1 Aug
Sapir The Constitutional Case for Jewish Charter Schools 1 Aug
The article discusses the constitutional argument for implementing Jewish charter schools (JCSs) in America to address challenges facing the Jewish community...
1 Aug
Sapir Emunah & the Artist 1 Aug
This text explores the intertwined relationship between faith, art, and Jewish tradition through the author's personal journey and literary work. Growing up ...
1 Aug
Sapir The False Binary of Theism vs. Atheism 1 Aug
The text discusses the limitations of the traditional binary classification of theist vs. atheist when it comes to beliefs about God, particularly within Jud...
1 Aug
Sapir My Liberal Faith 1 Aug
The writer reflects on their journey into a liberal faith shaped by a seminar on the Book of Genesis, which led them to embrace Judaism's insights on justice...
1 Aug
Sapir The Trust Trap 1 Aug
The text explores the erosion of trust in American institutions, particularly government, due to a crisis of elite legitimacy. It discusses how leaders justi...
1 Aug
The Beinart Notebook There is no zoom call this Friday 31 Jul
The message indicates that there will not be a Zoom call on the upcoming Friday and that the next call will take place on Friday, August 9th. It is signed by...
31 Jul
Chabad.org Jewish Singer REVEALS the true power of Tanya 31 Jul
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31 Jul
JTA After the assassinations: Does Iran retaliate? Can Hamas fight on? And what about the hostages? 31 Jul
After a series of targeted strikes in the Middle East, including the assassination of Hamas political chief Ismail Haniyeh and Hezbollah's top military comma...
31 Jul
Future of Jewish Israel just made it clear that it is ready for all-out war. 31 Jul
Israel has recently demonstrated its readiness for a potential all-out war by carrying out high-profile assassinations, targeting key figures in Hezbollah an...
31 Jul
JTA Meet the mah jongg mavens who play in Bryant Park every Thursday 31 Jul
A group of mah jongg enthusiasts, led by Linda Fisher, gathers weekly at Bryant Park in New York City to play the tile-based game with roots in China but pop...
31 Jul
Israel Policy Pod headphones Haniyeh, Hezbollah, and the Hostages 31 Jul
Israel Policy Forum Policy Advisor Neri Zilber, along with experts Michael Koplow and Shira Efron, discuss the recent targeted assassinations of Hamas leader...
31 Jul
Israel Policy Pod headphones Haniyeh, Hezbollah, and the Hostages 31 Jul
Israeli targeted assassinations of Hamas and Hezbollah leaders have heightened tensions in the region, raising the possibility of Iranian and Hezbollah retal...
31 Jul
JTA In Majdal Shams, families mourn children killed in rocket attack — and feel the embrace of their Jewish neighbors 31 Jul
In Majdal Shams, a Druze town in Israel, families mourn the tragic loss of children killed in a rocket attack, with one mother grieving the death of her son....
31 Jul
Kveller One of the Best Israeli Shows of 2023 Is Now On Netflix 31 Jul
"A Body That Works," a highly acclaimed Israeli show that debuted in 2023 and is now available on Netflix, explores the intricate dynamics of surrogacy and p...
31 Jul
Forward The Israeli far-right just committed their own Jan. 6 31 Jul
In Israel, recent events involving allegations of rape and torture against Palestinian detainees have led to far-right protests, including the breaching of m...
31 Jul
Moment Ask the Rabbis | How Do We Balance Civility With Disapproval For Others’ Politics? 31 Jul
In a discussion on balancing civility with disapproval for others' politics among rabbis representing various Jewish denominations, key points emerged: highl...
31 Jul
JTA Don’t think of mourning as the opposite of joy 31 Jul
As the Hebrew month of Av begins with notable mourning traditions, such as Tisha B'Av, the author reflects on the significance of the names Avi and Ami chose...
31 Jul
Moment What Should We Call the Golan Heights? 31 Jul
Following a Hezbollah rocket attack in the Golan Heights, the international community remains divided over the region's status, with Israel officially annexi...
31 Jul
JTA Following bankruptcy filing, Patis Bakery closes two locations, including near Times Square 31 Jul
Patis, a prominent kosher bakery chain in New York City, declared Chapter 11 bankruptcy and subsequently closed two of its locations, including one near Time...
31 Jul
JTA 7 winners and 6 losers in the assassination of Ismail Haniyeh, Hamas’ political leader 31 Jul
The assassination of Ismail Haniyeh, a top Hamas leader, has led to winners and losers in the complex geopolitical landscape. Among the winners are Israel, p...
31 Jul
JTA Jewish Australian paddler Jessica Fox wins another gold medal in Paris 31 Jul
Jewish Australian paddler Jessica Fox has secured her third gold medal, becoming one of the most successful Jewish and Australian Olympians. Winning the cano...
31 Jul
Kveller 30 Years Later, I Still Have Recurring Nightmares About Jewish Summer Camp 31 Jul
A woman in her forties recounts recurring nightmares about her traumatic experiences at a Jewish summer camp in the Catskill Mountains during the late 1980s....
31 Jul
Sonya's Prep Preterm Labor at 34 Weeks 31 Jul
The video discusses the experience of preterm labor at 34 weeks within the context of Shabbat observance.
31 Jul
Emes Ve-Emunah Is Vance a Neanderthal? 31 Jul
J.D. Vance's controversial comments about family values, specifically targeting childless Democratic leaders, have sparked debates about the significance of ...
31 Jul
Forward An Israeli publication says a woman charged with attempting to drown Palestinian children is Jewish. But is she? 31 Jul
Elizabeth Wolf, a woman charged with attempting to drown a Palestinian child, has been inaccurately labeled as Jewish by the Israeli publication Yedioth Ahro...
31 Jul
Jewish Chronicle The Pendragon Legend, review: Upper-class chomps and femmes fatales pitched into dark country-house thriller 31 Jul
"The Pendragon Legend" by Antal Szerb, recently republished by Pushkin Press, follows the story of a young Hungarian scholar who visits the Earl of Gwynedd a...
31 Jul
Jewish Chronicle Deadpool & Wolverine, review: There’s hope for Marvel yet 31 Jul
The latest film featuring Ryan Reynolds' Deadpool and Hugh Jackman's Wolverine offers a glimmer of hope for Marvel as it combines humor and wit amidst a stor...
31 Jul
Jewish Chronicle Your Lie In April, review: Manga on the stage in this tale of high school violinists 31 Jul
"Your Lie In April," an adaptation of Naoshi Arakawa's manga comic, brings Japanese storytelling to the stage with a tale of high school violinists. The stor...
31 Jul
The Free Press The Veep’s Veepstakes 31 Jul
The article discusses potential white male candidates for Kamala Harris' vice-presidential pick, focusing on Senator Mark Kelly, Governor Josh Shapiro, and G...
31 Jul
Jewish Chronicle ‘People just want a laugh. Hopefully, that’s what I give them!’ 31 Jul
Ian Stone, a seasoned Jewish stand-up comedian, reflects on his career and personal life filled with challenges and successes. Despite a troubled childhood m...
31 Jul
Jewish Chronicle Edinburgh festival: The Jewish back story to its most controversial play 31 Jul
Joshua Kaplan, a gay American writer, has attracted controversy with his play "Terf" at the Edinburgh Fringe festival. The satire envisions a meeting between...
31 Jul
JTA Jewish Life Stories: Ilana Schatz, 71, who founded Fair Trade Judaica 31 Jul
Ilana Schatz, a prominent figure in the Jewish community, founded Fair Trade Judaica in 2008, promoting products that aligned with Jewish values and supporte...
31 Jul
Jewish Chronicle Why Natalie Portman’s first TV drama left me bored senseless 31 Jul
"Lady in the Lake," a new Apple TV series, follows Natalie Portman's character, Maddie Schwartz, who leaves her husband and son in 1960s Baltimore, embarking...
31 Jul
Forward Ismail Haniyeh killing a big gamble — but one that could spark an endgame 31 Jul
The assassination of Hamas political leader Ismail Haniyeh by Israel, following the killing of a top Hezbollah military leader, Fuad Shukr, poses risks of re...
31 Jul
JTA A historian describes the lessons learned — and ignored — from Hitler’s rise to power 31 Jul
Timothy Ryback's book, "Takeover: Hitler's Final Rise to Power," delves into Hitler's ascent in 1932 amid a divided democracy, shedding light on the complace...
31 Jul
Jewish Chronicle Sorbetto al pomodoro (Tomato sorbet) 31 Jul
Tomato sorbet, a refreshing and unique dish, can be enjoyed as a starter or a palate cleanser between courses. Made with fresh tomatoes, lemon juice, sugar, ...
31 Jul
The Commentary Magazine Podcast headphones See Ya, Haniyeh! 31 Jul
Israel conducted simultaneous operations to eliminate Hezbollah commander Fuad Shukr in Lebanon and Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh in Iran. The text speculates ...
31 Jul
Living Lchaim Being Single is NOT for Waiting Around 31 Jul
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31 Jul