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New Beginnings: Modern Jewry was Created in Seven Days
19 Nov
Evie Klein's "New Beginnings: Modern Jewry was Created in Seven Days" is a satirical exploration of Jewish cultural evolution, paralleling the biblical creat...
19 Nov
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Moshe Feldenkrais: The Man Who Taught Ben-Gurion to Stand on his Head
12 Nov
Moshe Feldenkrais, an influential figure in the modern wellness movement, is depicted as not only a pioneer in mind-body connection techniques but also as a ...
12 Nov
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None Of Us Are Safe
6 Nov
Akiva Colin Haskins argues that Donald Trump's re-election represents a critical moment for American Jewish communities, particularly those aligned with prog...
6 Nov
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Washed Away
12 Oct
E. Rafael Jacob Perez reflects on the emotional weight and divisiveness experienced during the past year, coinciding with the High Holidays, and the conflict...
12 Oct
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Not All Kinds of Jewish
4 Oct
Dalya Lessem Elnecave explores the intricate dynamics of being an anti-Zionist observant Jew involved with Hillel at Brandeis University. Despite expectation...
4 Oct
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Comic Books Are Full of Jews, But Where Are They?
27 Sep
Exploring the Jewish roots and representation in comic books, this article highlights the often overlooked Jewish influence on iconic characters like Batman ...
27 Sep
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A Call For a Modern Chavurah: Imagining a Future Beyond Hillel
13 Sep
The article explores the tension between traditional campus Jewish life, dominated by Hillel International, and the growing number of Jewish students who fee...
13 Sep
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How the Kneecap Movie Made Me Want to Learn Yiddish
16 Aug
The article discusses the impact of the film "Kneecap" on the author's desire to learn Yiddish, despite their Irish heritage and connection to the themes of ...
16 Aug
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Judaism as a Niche
12 Jul
The author reflects on their experience as a Jewish media writer, discussing the challenges and nuances of covering Jewish-related topics in outlets like Tim...
12 Jul
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Conversations and Conversion: On Judeo-Arab Roots
5 Jul
The text delves into the complexities of Jewish identity, particularly for converts and those with roots in Arab lands. It discusses the tension between Jewi...
5 Jul
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Onward
2 Jul
The text explores the author's journey in delving into various diasporic Jewish languages, such as Ladino and Juhuri. The importance of embracing multiple Je...
2 Jul
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Geographies of Transgression
28 Jun
The text delves into the experiences of a person navigating Orthodox Judaism as a queer individual, shedding light on themes of visibility, surveillance, tra...
28 Jun
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Gufim: Words on Blood, Butches, and Body
21 Jun
This text is part of the Gufim series exploring embodiment and our relationship to our bodies from a Jewish perspective, focusing on various topics like disa...
21 Jun
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Adventures With Blay Vaks: Dorm-Room Rituals Against the Evil Eye
17 Jun
The text discusses the author's belief in the Evil Eye, which they see as affecting people through speech and glances, and their use of a ritual called Blay ...
17 Jun
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The Mend
10 Jun
The text explores the theme of broken dolls as a metaphor for personal and societal struggles, focusing on the history of doll hospitals founded by Jewish im...
10 Jun
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Bloom
3 Jun
In this piece, a young person recounts their experience at an Orthodox Jewish seminary during the COVID-19 pandemic quarantine. The narrator forms a connecti...
3 Jun
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10 Articles on Campus Protests, by & for Students
22 May
Campus protests concerning Israel/Palestine have unfolded at universities nationwide, involving Gaza Solidarity Encampments, student arrests, clashes with ad...
22 May
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Snapshots from Campus
15 May
The article discusses the diversity of Jewish student experiences on college campuses during times of protests, highlighting that Jewish students, like the b...
15 May
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Snapshots of Campus: Submit Yours
13 May
Jewish students on campus are invited to share snapshots of their Jewish campus life this spring by submitting a photograph and a caption of under 100 words ...
13 May
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A Seder for Two: Me and Elijah
21 Apr
Ashton Macklin, a Jewish Media Fellow, has crafted a thought-provoking Passover resource titled "A Seder for Two: Me and Elijah." Highlighting the evolving n...
21 Apr
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“Science is not enough:” How Jewish Tradition Keeps Climate Activists Afloat
21 Apr
Jewish environmental organizations are leveraging Jewish traditional thought, such as the concept of Bal Tashhit (do not destroy), to drive climate activism ...
21 Apr
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A Decade of New Voices Passovers
19 Apr
As Passover approaches, New Voices offers a retrospective on a decade of articles, including discussions on diverse seder plate additions, self-customized ha...
19 Apr
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Defying Orthodoxies on Israel/Palestine: A YU Student’s Journey
17 Apr
An Orthodox Jewish student from Yeshiva University recounts their journey of grappling with their views on the Israel-Palestine conflict. Initially a passion...
17 Apr
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“Her memories will become monuments”: On Poland, Irena Klepfisz, and the Search for Home
11 Apr
The text delves into a reflective journey to Poland, exploring Jewish heritage and identity through the lens of poet Irena Klepfisz. The narrator's connectio...
11 Apr
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“Her memories will become monuments”: On Poland, Irena Klepfisz, and the Search for Home
11 Apr
The text discusses a personal journey to Poland, guided by reflections on the poet Irena Klepfisz and the complexity of Jewish history and identity. Through ...
11 Apr
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The New Jewish Daddy
9 Apr
The article delves into the evolution of Jewish masculinity over the years, touching upon historical figures such as Leonard Cohen and exploring the contempo...
9 Apr
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The New Jewish Daddy
9 Apr
The text discusses the evolution of Jewish masculinity from historical representations to contemporary expressions, focusing on figures like Leonard Cohen an...
9 Apr
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Gufim: overheard in the dressing room
28 Mar
The article titled "Gufim: overheard in the dressing room" can be found on the New Voices website.
28 Mar
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Gufim: overheard in the dressing room
28 Mar
The text is a brief mention of an article or piece titled "Gufim: overheard in the dressing room" featured on the New Voices platform. The content or main po...
28 Mar
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Our Adar Hearts
22 Mar
Gashmius Magazine and the New Voices Fellows engaged in studying hasidic texts, exploring the idea that Torah is continuously given since Sinai. Emphasizing ...
22 Mar
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Our Adar Hearts
22 Mar
Gashmius Magazine recently engaged with the New Voices Fellows in a study of Hasidic texts, inspiring participants to see Torah as continually evolving. A ke...
22 Mar
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Diet Culture Has Permeated the Holiest Spaces of Judaism
21 Mar
The author reflects on their experience with fasting in Judaism, initially finding deep spiritual meaning in it but later grappling with its association with...
21 Mar
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Diet Culture Has Permeated the Holiest Spaces of Judaism
21 Mar
The author reflects on their journey with fasting in Judaism, initially finding it spiritually meaningful but later struggling with the influence of diet cul...
21 Mar
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L’dor V’dor: The Resilience of Ethiopian Jewish Practice
21 Feb
The text explores the resilience of Ethiopian Jewish practice, highlighting the return to roots and demands of the younger generation, the mythologization of...
21 Feb
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L’Dor V’Dor: The Resilience of Ethiopian Jewish Practice
21 Feb
The article discusses the resilience of Ethiopian Jewish practices, highlighting how the community maintains its identity and religious traditions despite ch...
21 Feb
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Shabbat, Chronic Illness, & Radical Rest
15 Feb
The essay explores the intersection of Shabbat observance, chronic illness, and the importance of radical rest. The author shares their personal journey of f...
15 Feb
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Shabbat, Chronic Illness, & Radical Rest
15 Feb
In this essay, the author recounts their experience of finding solace and meaning in Shabbat after being diagnosed with a chronic illness. They discuss how s...
15 Feb
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On Covering One’s Eyes
7 Feb
The author reflects on their Jewish identity and experiences that have connected them to their Jewish community, such as blessing the Sabbath candles and att...
7 Feb
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Saying Hamotzi Over Challah and Gumbo
30 Jan
In this personal reflection, the author discusses their struggle to reconcile their Jewish and Cajun identities. They explore the challenges of making tradit...
30 Jan
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Hebrew School Dropout: One Quarter Capitalist (On My Mom’s Side)
17 Jan
This personal essay recounts the author's experience with the snack cart at Hebrew school and their attempt to sell their own snacks for profit. The author r...
17 Jan
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The Ins and Outs of 2024 (by the Jewish Media Fellows)
17 Jan
The New Voices Jewish Media Fellows have created a humorous guide called "The Ins and Outs of 2024." This post playfully provides a list of things that are "...
17 Jan
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When Kahane Came to Campus
12 Jan
Meir Kahane, an ultranationalist rabbi known for his controversial views, was assassinated in 1990. However, his ideas continued to resonate with Jewish stud...
12 Jan
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A Yiddish Camp Saga
5 Jan
The article recounts the author's experience at Camp Kinder Ring, a Yiddish camp in upstate New York. The camp, hosted by The Workers Circle, brings together...
5 Jan
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A “Die-In” at Bard College
29 Dec 2023
In response to the war in Israel and Gaza, the Bard College SJP (Student for Justice in Palestine) organized a die-in on campus. The die-in was a form of pro...
29 Dec 2023
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Kislev Dreaming
21 Dec 2023
In Jewish tradition, there are five things in our world that are one-sixtieth of their most extreme forms, including fire, honey, Shabbat, sleep, and dreams....
21 Dec 2023
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Home Will Not Wait For Us
19 Dec 2023
The author reflects on their experiences and emotions related to their Jewish identity and the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. They mention their brother vomit...
19 Dec 2023
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Opinion: Demonizing Each Other Hurts Us All
7 Dec 2023
The author, a senior at Rutgers University, reflects on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict on college campuses. While acknowledging the distress felt by Jewish...
7 Dec 2023
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Past Informs Present as Brown University Arrests 20 Students
1 Dec 2023
On November 8th, 20 Jewish students were arrested during a peaceful sit-in at Brown University's administrative building, demanding that President Christina ...
1 Dec 2023
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The Science of Religion: Observations from a Jewish Astrophysicist
28 Nov 2023
This article explores the connection between the study of astrophysics and Jewish spirituality. The author, a Jewish astrophysicist, reflects on the sense of...
28 Nov 2023
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Poem in which I am not the sister that kills herself
22 Nov 2023
The poem reflects on themes of family, identity, and guilt in the context of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. The speaker contemplates their relationship wi...
22 Nov 2023