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Sharon Ann Musher's book "Promised Lands" chronicles her grandmother Hadassah Kaplan's transformative journey from Manhattan to British Mandate Palestine in ...

Sharon Nazarian, a prominent Iranian American Jewish voice, continues her battle against antisemitism as a vice chair of the Anti-Defamation League's nationa...

Chantelle Wolfe, an experienced event planner, discusses her approach to creating meaningful Jewish milestone celebrations, particularly bar and bat mitzvahs...

Jerusalem's first Jewish neighborhoods beyond the Old City, established from 1860 onward, marked a pivotal shift in the city's development. These neighborhoo...

Miriam Green's deeply personal narrative chronicles her experiences volunteering at Israel's Midbarium zoo in Beersheva amidst the chaos of war. As missiles ...

Bill Slott reflects on Israel's ongoing struggles and resilience by drawing parallels between historical events and modern realities, capturing the layered c...

Hannah Senesh's remarkable life and heroism as a paratrooper during World War II is explored in two newly released books: Douglas Century's "Crash of the Hea...

Zibby Owens, author and publisher, initiated a Jewish story collection in response to the October 7 Hamas massacre and the global antisemitism spike. Her ant...

The article reflects on the evolving nature of conflict in Israel, particularly following intense engagements with Iran and Hezbollah. It questions whether I...

Hadassah Medical Organization's response to the conflict initiated by Israel and the US against Iran is a testament to their extraordinary preparedness and r...

Hadassah has become a vital symbol of resilience and community solidarity in Israel, representing a commitment to healing and education. Known for its innova...

"The Faithful," a three-episode miniseries available on Hulu, seeks to reimagine and humanize the stories of the biblical matriarchs—Sarah, Rebecca, Leah, an...

Celebrating its 75th anniversary, the National Jewish Book Awards highlights a diverse array of literature in 2025, as revisited by Hadassah Magazine. Notewo...

Yishay Ishi Ron's novel "Dog," translated by Yardenne Greenspan, is a poignant exploration of trauma, addiction, and the search for redemption set against th...

This collection of letters to the editor in Hadassah Magazine covers a diverse range of topics, reflecting issues of Jewish identity and broader societal con...

Joseph Lowin explores the diverse meanings and uses of the Hebrew root 'nun-feh-lamed,' which means 'to fall,' through various Biblical and modern Hebrew con...

Barbara Stark Nemon's historical novel "Isabela's Way" imagines an underground railroad-like network for Jews and New Christians escaping the Portuguese Inqu...

Exploring Yiddish culture and Jewish perseverance, this article presents a compilation of memoirs and books by Hadassah members. Highlights include Uri Bar-L...

In Israel, midwifery remains a vital field, deeply rooted in history, with midwives attending about 80% of uncomplicated vaginal births compared to just 10% ...

Hadassah Florida hosted its inaugural conference on a cruise aboard the Celebrity Reflection, marking a unique event from January 9 to 12 that successfully r...

A new group of younger Jewish women have joined the Evolve Leadership Fellows, part of the Evolve Hadassah: The Next Generation initiative, aimed at nurturin...

Annabelle Gurwitch, diagnosed with stage 4 lung cancer during the isolation of the COVID-19 pandemic, overcame skepticism to join Imerman Angels, a cancer su...

Sandee Brawarsky reviews a selection of notable Jewish-themed books set for release in Spring 2026. "Broken Chocolate" by Rachel Miranda explores a Jewish fa...

"Parting the Waters," a documentary by Michele Kuvin Kupfer, explores her journey back into competitive swimming at the 2022 Maccabiah Games after a 40-year ...

Rahel Musleah explores the presence and history of Jewish communities in Vietnam and Cambodia, regions primarily known for their exotic landscapes and comple...

Abigail Tananbaum and her father, Geoffrey Stern, have developed a unique means of preserving and passing down Jewish traditions through their company, Voice...

George Blumenthal, a retired telecommunications executive, has dedicated his life to collecting ancient Jewish artifacts and digitizing crucial historical do...

During a tense period of conflict in Jerusalem, residents seek refuge in bomb shelters, where they experience an unexpected sense of community and resilience...

Matti Friedman's latest book, "Out of the Sky: Heroism and Rebirth in Nazi Europe," delves into the mythic narrative of Hannah Senesh, a Hungarian-born Jewis...

Israelis are navigating a mix of anticipation and fear as they face the long-awaited conflict with Iran, which began on February 28 with the strike on Iran’s...

The article explores the intertwining of joy and sorrow in Jewish history and tradition, exemplified through holidays like Purim, Passover, and Yom Hashoah. ...

Jessica Marill reflects on preserving her grandfather's Passover legacy after his passing in 2017. For years, her grandfather, MG, guided the family's seder ...

Two newly published haggadot are celebrating the contributions of Jewish women and the inspiration of biblical figures like Miriam through art and scholarshi...

Lily Sassani, a Girl Scout from Western Pennsylvania, created the Holocaust Education Girl Scout Patch as part of her Gold Award project, the highest recogni...

Jonathan Schmalzbach presents a crossword puzzle in Hadassah Magazine that engages readers with clues related to songs and musical themes. This interactive f...

In this piece, Shoshanna Keats Jaskoll explores the enduring legacy and contemporary roles of Jewish women as heroines and redeemers. Reflecting on historica...

The Hadassah Medical Organization (HMO) has received significant recognition over the past year for its contributions to medical research and patient care. T...

In a swift international response, the Hadassah Medical Organization in Israel mobilized trauma experts to assist the Jewish community in Australia after a d...

In the wake of the October 7, 2023, Hamas attacks and the ongoing conflict, Hadassah Medical Organization is addressing a severe mental health crisis in Isra...

Randi O'Connor presents a curated selection of thought-provoking Jewish literature for the months of March and April 2026, spotlighting contemporary works th...

Hadassah, The Women's Zionist Organization of America, has significantly increased its advocacy efforts for women's reproductive rights in response to the 20...

Jewish women in Alabama are organizing to confront the impact of restrictive reproductive laws that complicate IVF treatments and broader reproductive health...

Australian Jews are facing a profound shift in their sense of safety and community following the severe escalation of antisemitic violence and rhetoric in th...

Adeena Sussman's latest cookbook, "Zariz," is a testament to her culinary journey, deeply intertwined with personal and geopolitical challenges. Written amid...

Over five decades, street photographer Bill Aron has documented diverse aspects of Jewish life globally, capturing moments ranging from joyous celebrations t...

Renowned author Allegra Goodman, known for her acute depictions of modern Jewish family dynamics, will engage in a conversation with Hadassah Magazine's Exec...

Matti Friedman, renowned journalist and author, will discuss his latest book, "Out of the Sky: Heroism and Rebirth in Nazi Europe," which examines the life o...

Hadassah doctors and nurses like Dr. Esi Sharon-Sagie and Itzik Kara have been leading extraordinary double lives since the Hamas massacre on October 7, 2023...

Mary Morris's novel, The Red House, is the focal point of a discussion led by Hadassah Magazine's Executive Editor, Lisa Hostein. This mystery novel intertwi...

Following a terror attack at Sydney's Bondi Beach, a unique project emerged to preserve the memory of the victims: Sydney Jewish Museum curators and artists ...