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Joan Leegant's short story collection "Displaced Persons" explores themes of displacement, exile, and homecoming among wandering Jews in both Israel and the ...

The article emphasizes the importance of preparedness in Jewish history and the present day, drawing on examples from Louis Pasteur's message to Hadassah's r...

In times of stress, such as those following a terrorist attack, people often turn to comfort foods high in sugar and processed ingredients, which can worsen ...

The article explores the Hebrew root (ayin-samekh-kof) related to dealing or doing business, tracing its usage from Jewish texts to modern contexts like Zion...

Hadassah Magazine features recent releases by Hadassah members, exemplifying the diverse literary talents within the Jewish community. For instance, "Postwar...

This August 2024 presents a diverse selection of Jewish books to explore. Margalit Fox’s "The Talented Mrs. Mandelbaum" sheds light on the life of Fredericka...

Gabrielle Zevin discussed her Jewish background and identity in a virtual interview with Hadassah Magazine for her novel "Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorro...

Gabrielle Zevin, author of the award-winning novel "Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow," has been targeted as a Zionist author following her appearance in ...

Hadassah is intensifying its efforts to combat rising antisemitism by collaborating with members of Congress to push for funding civil rights enforcement, de...

Israel has a notable history at the Olympics, with its National Olympic Committee established in 1933 and its first delegation sent to the games in 1952. The...

The Rady Mother and Child Center at Hadassah Hospital Mount Scopus provides exceptional care to women during childbirth, focusing on individual needs and pre...

In the Letters to the Editor section of Hadassah Magazine, readers express mixed feelings about various articles in the publication. One reader praises Noa T...

The article discusses the author's personal journey of wrapping tefillin, a traditional Jewish ritual typically observed by men, but in her case, taken on by...

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"The Boy with the Star Tattoo" by Talia Carner is a historical fiction novel that interweaves three stories set in France and Israel, touching upon Holocaust...

"June Zero" is a film by Jake Paltrow that explores three interconnected stories related to the captivity, trial, and death of Nazi war criminal Eichmann. Th...

Actress Jessica Hecht, known for her role in Fiddler on the Roof, developed The Campfire Project to provide creative healing for young refugees globally. Par...

The article highlights the current challenges faced by Israel and the Jewish community, emphasizing the importance of recommitting to Jewish pride and Zionis...

A group of American and international organizations sent a letter to the United Nations urging them to condemn Hamas for their use of sexual violence against...

Survivors of the October 7 attacks in Israel, including Amit Soussana and Tali Biner, are struggling with the aftermath of the violence they experienced. Sou...

In "Long Island Compromise" by Taffy Brodesser-Akner, the story focuses on the Fletcher family, a wealthy Jewish American family in a fictional Long Island s...

Deb Bowen, a Christian farmer's daughter, has spearheaded the project "A Book By Me," aiming to preserve Holocaust survivors' stories by pairing middle- and ...

Israeli Paralympian Nina Gorodetsky, a badminton champion featured in the documentary "Nina Is an Athlete," overcame personal challenges to qualify for the P...

Matthew Fieldman and Charmaine Rice co-founded the Rekindle Fellowship in 2019 to revive the historical Black-Jewish collaborative spirit. They facilitate fa...

Danielle and Galeet Dardashti, raised in a mixed Jewish family with Persian heritage sidelined in their upbringing, initiated a podcast called "The Nightinga...

The post discusses the Guide to Jewish Literature for July/August 2024, featured in Hadassah Magazine, indicating a focus on Jewish literary works within tha...

Jews are drawn to the Berkshires, a scenic region in Western Massachusetts known for its culture and natural beauty. The area has a rich history with notable...

Senior residents from Kibbutz HaGoshrim have been living in a hotel after being relocated due to Hezbollah attacks near the Lebanon border. Around 100 kibbut...

In the midst of the challenging times in Israel, author Adeena Sussman finds solace and resilience in her Tel Aviv kitchen, viewing cooking as a form of comf...

Anat Stalinsky, an Israeli television director, created the documentary "Screams Before Silence" to shed light on the sexual violence perpetrated by Hamas du...

The tragic events at the Nahal Oz Israeli Defense Forces base, where 15 unarmed female field observers were killed by Hamas terrorists, have raised questions...

Author Jean Meltzer explains how Jewish romance novels are a celebration of Jewish joy, offering narratives that counteract traditional Jewish stories of vic...

Following the deadly attack by Hamas on Israel on October 7, the Hadassah Medical Organization is at the forefront of addressing the ongoing psychological im...

"Displaced Persons" by Joan Leegant is a collection of poignant stories focusing on characters struggling with afflictions, trauma, and a search for stabilit...

The text discusses the controversy surrounding a spreadsheet titled "is your fav author a zionist?" which categorizes authors as pro-Israel/Zionist or pro-Pa...

Hadassah, The Women's Zionist Organization of America, Inc., has announced its 2024 Annual Meeting of Voting Members to be held at Planet Hollywood Resort an...

The author, a Roman Catholic, shares her journey of supporting Jewish friends and combatting antisemitism, including replacing the Star of Bethlehem with a S...

Hadassah, a Jewish women's organization, is actively engaged in advocacy on multiple fronts including fighting antisemitism, promoting stem-cell research, an...

Renowned Jewish culinary figure Joan Nathan, author of the memoir "My Life in Recipes: Food, Family, and Memories," will be interviewed by Hadassah Magazine'...

Hadassah Magazine achieved significant success at the 2024 Rockower Awards, receiving eight awards from the American Jewish Press Association for their work ...

Hadassah is hosting a special One Book, One Hadassah event featuring Israeli author Talia Carner discussing her book "The Boy with the Star Tattoo" at their ...

The rise of antisemitism in recent years has had a significant psychological impact on Jewish individuals across various age groups, leading to anxiety, disr...

The documentary "Mourning in Lod" explores the interconnected stories of two murders in Israel in May 2021, where a Jewish man, Yigal Yehoshua, was killed by...

The article highlights several new Jewish books worth celebrating. "Lolita at Leonards of Great Neck and Other Stories" by Shira Dicker presents bold Jewish ...

The Jewish Future Promise (JFP) campaign urges Jews to commit at least half of their charitable bequests to build a Jewish future, with over 50,000 signatori...

Noah Feldman's book "To Be a Jew Today" delves into the complexities of Jewish identity, moving beyond denominational labels to explore four distinct Jewish ...

"The Goddess of Warsaw" by Lisa Barr is a captivating work of historical fiction following the story of Lena Browning, a Hollywood star with a past as Bina B...

"The Scrolls of Deborah" by Esther Goldenberg is a feminist reimagining of biblical stories, focusing on matriarch Rebekah and her nursemaid Deborah. The nov...

The text discusses common misconceptions and historical facts about Israeli history. It clarifies that the term "Palestine" originated from the Romans Latini...

Hadassah has launched the global campaign "End The Silence" to bring attention to the weaponization of sexual violence by Hamas, with over 130,000 people and...