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Tablet Tisha B’Av and the Jewish Detox Cycle 20 Jul 2018
The text discusses the concept of a Jewish detox cycle, reframing traditional fast days like Tisha B'Av as opportunities for spiritual and physical cleansing...
20 Jul 2018
Tablet Roman Holiday 20 Jul 2018
Flavius Josephus recounts the burning of the Jewish Temple by Roman commander Titus in 70 C.E., leading to the eventual relocation of the Temple menorah to R...
20 Jul 2018
Tablet What to Watch This Weekend: ‘Morituri’ 20 Jul 2018
"Morituri" is a lesser-known film from Marlon Brando's career where he plays a German engineer during World War II coerced by British intelligence into a spy...
20 Jul 2018
Tablet Lamentation for a Swimming Pool 19 Jul 2018
The Jerusalem Pool, a community hub for many, has been demolished, leaving an emptiness reminiscent of the destruction of the Temple in Jewish history. The c...
19 Jul 2018
Tablet Claude Lanzmann and the Brutality of Facts 19 Jul 2018
"Shoah" by Claude Lanzmann is a groundbreaking film that delves deeply into the horrors of the Holocaust, offering a meticulous and unrelenting portrayal of ...
19 Jul 2018
Tablet What to Watch This Weekend: ‘The Stranger’ 13 Jul 2018
Orson Welles' 1946 film "The Stranger" is a classic noir thriller that delves into post-war paranoia by portraying a former Nazi hiding in an American town. ...
13 Jul 2018
Tablet Off the Rails in Birobidzhan 10 Jul 2018
Birobidzhan, the administrative center of the Jewish Autonomous Oblast in Russia, was established in the 1930s with the aim of creating a Jewish homeland. Wh...
10 Jul 2018
Tablet Suited to the Fire 10 Jul 2018
In Tractate Zevachim of the Talmud, the discussion revolves around what to do when a Temple offering becomes disqualified and ascends the altar by mistake. T...
10 Jul 2018
Tablet How Spider-Man’s Non-Jewish Co-Creator Helped Me Rediscover My Faith 10 Jul 2018
The writer reflects on how discovering the Jewish background of comic creators such as Jerry Siegel, Joe Shuster, and Stan Lee helped him embrace his heritag...
10 Jul 2018
Tablet Not Jewish: the Internet 5 Jul 2018
The text discusses the intersection of Jewish identity and the digital world, critiquing the notion of a shiva app and the internet's inherent lack of Jewish...
5 Jul 2018
Tablet Mort Klein’s Fish Tale 3 Jul 2018
ZOA President Mort Klein criticized Qatar for its ties to Islamic extremists, particularly after the country honored a Muslim Brotherhood cleric and criticiz...
3 Jul 2018
Tablet The Best Barbecue Recipes for the Fourth of July 3 Jul 2018
In preparation for Independence Day, this article provides two barbecue recipes from Jewish sources for the Fourth of July celebration. The first recipe is a...
3 Jul 2018
Tablet Gangsters vs. Nazis 3 Jul 2018
In the 1930s, as anti-Semitism rose in the U.S., Jewish gangsters like Meyer Lansky took violent action against anti-Semitic groups like the Nazi Bund, disru...
3 Jul 2018
Tablet Is Israel to Blame for That Really Awful Day Yesterday in the World Cup? 2 Jul 2018
An Israeli individual, Yosef Dagan, played a crucial role in the introduction of penalty shootouts in soccer as a means to decide tied games, ultimately lead...
2 Jul 2018
Tablet Our Fourth of July Seder 2 Jul 2018
This article discusses the concept of a July 4th seder, an adaptation of the traditional Passover seder to celebrate American Independence Day. Inspired by b...
2 Jul 2018
Tablet A Pepper Salad That’ll Have You Seeing Red 28 Jun 2018
Peppers, originating in the New World, were introduced to the Mediterranean by Sephardic Jews serving as merchants, with North African Jews incorporating the...
28 Jun 2018
Tablet In Tel Aviv, a Mechitzah Sparks a Battle Over the Role of Religion in the Public Square 27 Jun 2018
In Tel Aviv, a controversy arose over the use of a mechitzah at a religious event in Rabin Square. The mayor and civil rights organizations opposed the mechi...
27 Jun 2018
Tablet Introducing Tablet Books 26 Jun 2018
Tablet has partnered with Artisan to release a series of books, including "The 100 Most Jewish Foods" featuring recipes, "The Unorthodox Haggadah" edited by ...
26 Jun 2018
Tablet Israel Is Losing the Social Media War 26 Jun 2018
The article discusses how modern warfare, particularly the Gaza-Israel conflict, is not just fought on the ground but also in cyberspace, with social media p...
26 Jun 2018
Tablet Bird Sacrifice 26 Jun 2018
In the Talmudic discussion of bird sacrifices in Tractate Zevachim, the focus shifts from large animal offerings to the detailed procedures of bird offerings...
26 Jun 2018
Tablet In the IDF, It’s Religion Versus Vegans 25 Jun 2018
Vegan soldiers in the IDF are facing challenges with food options, especially during Shabbat, as highlighted by a recent incident where a cook prepared warm ...
25 Jun 2018
Tablet The Superstitious Pregnancy in the Age of Social Media 25 Jun 2018
The text discusses the intersection of pregnancy, social media, and superstition within a Syrian-Egyptian Jewish community in Brooklyn. The author reflects o...
25 Jun 2018
Tablet The Marrying Kind 21 Jun 2018
The text tells the story of a woman who, after years of failed relationships, unexpectedly finds love with a former friend, Paula, at a fundraiser opposing a...
21 Jun 2018
Tablet Seeing God at the Skirball Center 20 Jun 2018
The text explores the author's encounters with the divine, often through psychedelic experiences, questioning the relationship between man and God in Judaism...
20 Jun 2018
Tablet When It Comes to Food, L.A. Is Tel Aviv on the Pacific 20 Jun 2018
Israeli and Middle Eastern cuisine is gaining popularity in Los Angeles, with restaurants like Bavel leading the trend by offering creative dishes inspired b...
20 Jun 2018
Tablet Jewelry for Food-Loving Jews 15 Jun 2018
The author reflects on the sentimental value of kasha varnishkes, a traditional Jewish dish, and the idea of wearing food-themed jewelry in honor of cherishe...
15 Jun 2018
Tablet Letter to My Unborn Son 15 Jun 2018
In this letter addressed to an unborn son, the father recounts the family dynamics and negotiations that took place upon the announcement of the pregnancy, p...
15 Jun 2018
Tablet That Bernie Sanders CIA Guy Running for Congress From Woodstock 14 Jun 2018
Jeff Beals, a former CIA analyst and Democratic candidate for New York's 19th congressional district, is campaigning in a diverse region that swung from supp...
14 Jun 2018
Tablet Food Poisoning, Kleptomania, and Dirty Politics: Israel’s Troubled History in the World Cup 14 Jun 2018
Israel's troubled history in the World Cup is a captivating tale of political intrigue and sporting challenges. From their early aspirations in 1934 to their...
14 Jun 2018
Tablet Just Outside Hiroshima, a Holocaust Education Center Flourishes 14 Jun 2018
In Japan, a unique connection exists between the Japanese Christian community and Israel, highlighted by the story of Reverend Makoto Otsuka and his Holocaus...
14 Jun 2018
Tablet Who to Root For in the World Cup, From Least to Most Anti-Semitic 13 Jun 2018
With the U.S. and Israeli teams out of the World Cup, the dilemma remains for Jewish fans regarding which team to support. As 32 countries compete, factors l...
13 Jun 2018
Tablet Qatar’s Efforts to Influence American Jews Continue to Unravel 13 Jun 2018
Political strategist Nick Muzin has announced the end of his work for Qatar, a controversial client. Muzin had been hired to improve Qatar's reputation in th...
13 Jun 2018
Tablet Mapping the Temple 12 Jun 2018
The subject of Tractate Zevachim discusses the ritual protocol for animal sacrifice in the Temple, detailing where sacrifices are performed, how blood is spr...
12 Jun 2018
Tablet The Diary of Anne 12 Jun 2018
Anne Frank's diary continues to profoundly resonate with Japanese readers, particularly young women, despite the cultural differences and historical context....
12 Jun 2018
Tablet Saying Goodbye to Bacon 8 Jun 2018
The text explores the author's journey towards embracing kashrut by relinquishing non-kosher foods, particularly bacon, which held special significance for h...
8 Jun 2018
Tablet In Brilliant New Play, Bernard-Henri Lévy Takes On the Follies of Brexit 7 Jun 2018
In the play "Last Exit Before Brexit," philosopher Bernard-Henri Lévy passionately argues against Brexit, seeing it as damaging for both Britain and Europe. ...
7 Jun 2018
Tablet Growing Up With Kate Spade 6 Jun 2018
Kate Spade, the iconic designer known for her chic and colorful handbags, passed away at 55 in an apparent suicide, leaving a profound impact on those who gr...
6 Jun 2018
Tablet Succumbing to Threats, Messi and Argentina Cancel Friendly Match Against Israel 6 Jun 2018
Lionel Messi and the Argentinian national soccer team decided to cancel a friendly match in Israel following threats from Palestinian terrorists led by Jibri...
6 Jun 2018
Tablet The Shocking Truth About Jordan Peterson 29 May 2018
Jordan Peterson, a controversial Canadian psychology professor turned YouTube sensation, is depicted as a polarizing figure facing scrutiny and criticism in ...
29 May 2018
Tablet Putting the Jew Back in the Queer 29 May 2018
Lillian Faderman's biography, "Harvey Milk: His Lives and Death," part of Yales Jewish Lives series, emphasizes the Jewishness of the gay icon Harvey Milk, h...
29 May 2018
Tablet Hockey Broadcasting Legend Stan Fischler Retires, Moves to the Golan Heights 25 May 2018
Renowned hockey broadcaster Stan Fischler, known as The Hockey Maven, is retiring at 86 after a long career covering the New York Islanders, Rangers, and New...
25 May 2018
Tablet Nice Boy Shares Toy 24 May 2018
Photographer David Levinthal's loft in Manhattan is filled with an impressive collection of rare and vintage toys, reflecting his passion for collecting. The...
24 May 2018
Tablet A Jewish World of Infinite Possibility 24 May 2018
In the 1960s, being a Jewish student meant diverse expressions of Jewish identity, from countercultural activism to celebrating Israel's victories. Havurat S...
24 May 2018
Tablet Palestinian Lives Matter 23 May 2018
The author laments the manipulation of Palestinians by terrorist organizations and criticizes those who prioritize condemning Israel over acknowledging the s...
23 May 2018
Tablet God and America and Philip Roth 23 May 2018
Philip Roth, known as the most secular of the late 20th-century American literary giants alongside Updike and Bellow, initially showed little interest in met...
23 May 2018
Tablet Philip Roth, American Dreamer 23 May 2018
Renowned writer Philip Roth was known for his blend of sophistication and spontaneity, embodying duality in his life and work as seen in his writing process ...
23 May 2018
Tablet How Philip Roth Made a Jewish American Writer of Me 23 May 2018
This article reflects on the transformative impact of Philip Roth on the author's identity as a Jewish American writer. Coming from a Jerusalem upbringing wh...
23 May 2018
Tablet Commemorating the Great Synagogue of Oswiecim, Poland 22 May 2018
The Auschwitz Jewish Center in Oswiecim, Poland, aims to preserve and teach about the rich Jewish history of the town, now primarily known for the Auschwitz-...
22 May 2018
Tablet The Catholic Priest Who Became an Orthodox Jew 18 May 2018
Abraham Carmel, formerly known as Kenneth Charles Cox, made headlines in 1979 for being a Catholic priest who converted to Orthodox Judaism after a period of...
18 May 2018
Tablet Vegans Give Shavuot a New Taste 16 May 2018
Veganism has been gaining popularity in Israel, with approximately 5% of adults and 8% of teenagers identifying as vegan. Traditionally, Shavuot, a holiday c...
16 May 2018