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Bernie Sanders, a Democratic presidential candidate, gained attention when it was revealed that he stayed at Shaar Ha'amakim kibbutz in Israel in 1963. Sande...

The article discusses the firing of basketball coach David Blatt, who is a supporter of Israel and Likud. The writer addresses accusations of anti-Semitism f...

Adult bar or bat mitzvah ceremonies are becoming increasingly common among Jewish converts who missed the opportunity to have the ceremony as teenagers due t...

The firing of Israeli basketball legend David Blatt as head coach of the Cleveland Cavaliers sparked speculation about anti-Semitism, particularly in the Isr...

The discussion revolves around the concept of "tikkun olam," which traditionally meant implementing Jewish laws practically and fairly, then evolved into a m...

The article critiques Professor Leila Ahmed's Harvard course, "Islam, Gender, Sexualities and Empire," suggesting it may not adequately address human rights ...

Jewish Renewal, epitomized by Romemu congregations led by Rabbi David Ingber, is a blend of energetic prayer, mystical traditions, and interfaith cooperation...

The article discusses the naming of the winter storm Jonas by the Weather Channel, highlighting the irony that the storm is named after the Hebrew word "yona...

Anti-government militants at the Malheur National Wildlife Refuge in Oregon recently used shofars to signal a "call to action." Despite their effectiveness a...

The article discusses four key lessons in virtue that Jews can learn from Martin Luther King, Jr., beyond the often-referenced connection to Rabbi Abraham Jo...

The text discusses the relationship between Rev. Martin Luther King Jr., Rabbi Abraham Joshua Heschel, and the prophet Moses, highlighting their roles as mod...

Literary critic Adam Kirsch is engaging in a daily Talmud study, focusing on the topic of divorce documents and the nature of writing. The rabbis explore que...

The Neve Shalom Synagogue in Istanbul recently hosted a significant Jewish wedding officiated by the mayor of Beikta, marking the first time a local official...

The text is a satirical and self-reflective account of an Israeli boy's perspective on Israel, its history, culture, conflicts, and his family's experiences....

The text features two poems related to the Holocaust: "Jewish Cemetery (Prague)" by Ida Gramcko and "Poetics" by Jacqueline Goldberg. Gramcko's poem reflects...

The text explores the contrast between two grandmothers, Zelda and Gwendolyn, highlighting the author's deep connection to Zelda, who raised her and shaped h...

The debate over whether to scoop out the insides of bagels to save calories stirs strong emotions, especially among New Yorkers who see bagels as a sacred fo...

The author narrates their experience with their child's preschool holiday book exchange, highlighting issues of inclusivity and identity as a Jewish parent. ...

New York businessman Leon Black purchased a Daniel Bomberg Babylonian Talmud for $9.3 million at a recent Sothebys auction in New York, setting a new world r...

The author reflects on his Jewish identity as he navigates interactions with a religiously observant neighbor who tries to set him up with his daughters, emp...

The author reflects on their deep childhood love for Star Wars, how the franchise shaped their interests, and their disappointment with the newer films like ...

Three writers embarked on a trip to Azerbaijan, all returning with positive impressions despite the country's authoritarian regime led by the Aliyev family. ...

On the 50th anniversary of Vatican II, the impact of Nostra Aetate, a document addressing the Church's relationship with non-Christian religions and specific...

The author recounts how the death of their beloved dachshund, Ginger, brought them back to Judaism. Despite a secular upbringing and being agnostic, they fou...

ABC announced a three-hour made-for-TV remake of "Dirty Dancing" starring Abigail Breslin, part of a trend in television musical events. The original movie i...

The New York exhibition titled "The Power of Pictures: Early Soviet Photography, Early Soviet Films" at the Jewish Museum provides a broad retrospective of e...

Haifa hosted Israel's first Arab food festival as part of the 22nd Holiday of Holidays celebration of Jewish-Arab coexistence. The festival aimed to introduc...

Keton, a historic Tel Aviv restaurant established in 1945, has been a hub for Israeli artists, writers, and musicians, serving traditional Ashkenazi dishes s...

Rav Yitzchok Hutner, a prominent Orthodox thinker of the 20th century, was influenced by various Jewish traditions and thinkers, including the teachings of S...

Miriam, a young girl, desires a dog for Hanukkah despite her Hasidic-leaning family's disapproval. The rabbi surprisingly approves, causing tension within th...

The video features wrestler Goldberg, known as The Hebrew Hulk, in a Hanukkah-related episode of The Man Show from 2000. It is recommended as a must-watch fo...

The text discusses how the current framing of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict draws parallels between Palestinians and African Americans, aiming to connect ...

An email from Hillary Clinton's private server suggests that former aide Anne-Marie Slaughter proposed raising private funds from billionaires for a Palestin...

The author reflects on their lack of enthusiasm for latkes, despite coming from a family of potato lovers and belonging to a Jewish community with strong ass...

Prince Takahito Mikasa, a member of the Imperial House of Japan, turns 100 in 2015. Renowned for his scholarly works on Near Eastern civilization, he frequen...

Syrian Jews often include meatballs like albondigas or keftes in their Hanukkah meals, a tradition stemming from their heritage in Aleppo. One recipe, handed...

The wedding of Sarah Tehiya Litman and Ariel Beigel became a symbol of resilience and unity in the face of tragedy and terrorism. Despite losing her father a...

Tablet, an online magazine focused on American Jewish life, is seeking two part-time spring editorial interns. Candidates with journalism experience and fami...

The article delves into the historical efforts to counter anti-Semitic claims that Jews avoided military service during the American Civil War. It highlights...

"Spotlight" is a powerful film that portrays the Boston Globe's investigative team, Spotlight, uncovering the sexual abuse of children by priests in the Bost...

After surviving Auschwitz and the atrocities of the Holocaust, Tzipora Shapiro felt guilt for being the sole survivor among her family. Her emotional journey...

The text explores the dilemma faced by a Jewish individual navigating between political extremes within their Orthodox Jewish community and their secular lib...

On the 20th anniversary of Yitzhak Rabin's assassination, around 100,000 people gathered in Tel Aviv to honor the former Israeli Prime Minister known for his...

Rabbi Dr. Abraham J. Twerski, a renowned psychiatrist and scion of several rabbinic lines, found a unique connection with Charles M. Schulz's Peanuts comic s...

In his account of liberating Ahlem concentration camp, former Secretary of State Henry Kissinger reflects on the deplorable conditions he encountered, descri...

The text discusses the author's experience with an Argentinian dish called carbonada criolla, a beef stew traditionally served in a pumpkin or squash. The st...

The text critiques historian Niall Ferguson's biography of Henry Kissinger, highlighting how Ferguson portrays Kissinger as a reasonable statesman-hero, igno...

The author reflects on their challenging relationship with their Israeli mother, longing for a more conventional and gentle maternal figure. After the mother...

Adam Zertal, a respected Israeli archaeologist and advocate for using the Hebrew Bible in archaeological research, has passed away at 79. Known for his work ...

The excerpt portrays a young boy on a school trip to a Holocaust museum where he grapples with his personal connection to the Holocaust. The boy's defiance o...