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Cambridge, Massachusetts has become a burgeoning hub for Sefardi Jewish culture thanks to the grassroots efforts of Naomi Spector and Yinnon Sanders. Their c...

Lili Ország was a Hungarian artist of Jewish origin whose work was deeply influenced by her heritage and the traumas of World War II. Raised in a Jewish fami...

Marra B. Gad's memoir, "The Color of Love: A Story of a Mixed-Race Jewish Girl," explores her dual identity as a Black and Jewish woman adopted by a white As...

In a reflection on trans identity and Jewish tradition, Laynie Soloman of SVARA examines the political challenges facing transgender people under the Trump a...

Jessica Soffer's novel "This Is a Love Story" explores the multifaceted nature of love through the 50-year marriage of its central characters, Jane and Abe. ...

Raised in South Florida, a young nonbinary Jew reflects on finding community at Brandeis University amid the political upheaval following a contentious elect...

Tova Mirvis shares a curated list of ten novels that explore the complex narratives surrounding divorce, showcasing the psychological and emotional tumult th...

A Body that Works is an Israeli series on Netflix that poignantly explores the emotional and ethical complexities of surrogacy. Through the intertwined lives...

Exploring the films "Nosferatu" by Robert Eggers and "Babygirl" by Halina Reijn, this article delves into the portrayal of female desire and its suppression ...

Jesse Eisenberg's film "A Real Pain" provides a refreshing take on Holocaust narratives by avoiding didactic tropes and instead focusing on personal and exis...

Isabelle Seddon, a British tour guide and author, discusses her journey from an Orthodox Jewish upbringing in Plymouth to her achievements in exploring Jewis...

As the year 2024 concludes, Lilith magazine invites readers to engage with its unique brand of Jewish feminist journalism. The publication continues to provi...

Nora Dahlia's debut rom-com, "Pick-Up," introduces a new subgenre in literature known as "mom-com," portraying the relatable and chaotic life of a divorced J...

This roundup by Helene Meyers highlights memorable moments in Jewish feminism during a challenging year. It features the political successes of Jewish female...

Between the Temples is a poignant film exploring themes of grief, renewal, and self-discovery, paralleling the introspection of the High Holy Days. Cantor Be...

Sonia Delaunay, born Sarah Stern in 1885, emerged as a pioneering figure in the abstract modern art movement, despite societal barriers faced by women and Je...

The Other Israel Film Festival in Manhattan highlights the ongoing complexities of Israeli-Palestinian relations a year after the October 7 Hamas attack and ...

Guest contributor Meichen Waxer explores her ancestral connection to the Jewish community of Kirkland Lake, Ontario, through a unique art installation at the...

Reflecting on family traditions and the transmission of heritage through the simple act of baking bread, the narrative threads the lives of generations of wo...

The exhibition "Seeking Joy" at the Heller Museum in New York showcases women's art that embodies resilience and the pursuit of joy amidst adversity and hist...

The article captures a poignant and introspective moment of a person's conversion to Judaism, focusing on their mikvah immersion experience. It begins with t...

The article explores the iconic collars of late Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg, highlighting their significance as symbols of her legacy and her i...

Jennifer S. Brown’s new novel, "The Whisper Sister," offers a rich, historical coming-of-age narrative set during the 1920s in New York City amidst Prohibiti...

Jennifer Baum's memoir, "Just City," intertwines her personal experiences growing up in RNA House on the Upper West Side with a broader exploration of housin...

Exploring a tapestry of seemingly random yet deeply personal elements, Chanel Dubofsky's piece reflects a life intertwined with Jewish identity, daily curios...

Mikhal Weiner's poignant essay explores a year marred by violence, loss, and profound grief. Weiner reflects on the escalating and multifaceted crisis betwee...

In this compelling and emotive poem, the guest blogger, under the pseudonym Rachel, expresses a passionate plea for peace and justice through the lens of a c...

"Ldor vdor," a poem featured by a guest blogger, weaves a narrative within the confines of an ordinary grocery store interaction, exploring Jewish identity a...

In this thought-provoking poem, the author explores the tension between patriarchal Jewish tradition and the subversive spiritual practices of women, often l...

Award-winning filmmaker Roberta Pyzel's 57-minute documentary, "Dworkin," revisits the influential work and thoughts of Andrea Dworkin, a formidable feminist...

Jewish poetry by women is experiencing a vibrant renaissance, featuring works that delve into healing and addressing the complexities of the modern world. Le...

Lili Rosen offers an evocative glimpse into her one-woman show, "The Second Circumcision of Lili Rosen," drawing from her personal experiences of growing up ...

A poignant poem by a guest contributor reflects on the aftermath of the events of October 7, when tragedy struck and disrupted the lives of many farmers and ...

Sukkot, often arriving quietly after the intense holiday period of Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur, serves as a powerful reminder of the sacred duty to address ...

Reflecting on a past trauma, a woman confronts a respected rabbi who once manipulated her teenage self into an inappropriate relationship under the guise of ...

Judith Rosenbaum, CEO of the Jewish Women's Archive, engages in a discussion with Lilith Magazine staffer Sarah Seltzer regarding her novel, "The Singer Sist...

Shayna Goodman reflects on a period of profound personal upheaval during the March 2020 pandemic, marked by heartbreak, loss, and her father's Lewy Body Deme...

Jewish women experiencing breast cancer share their stories through a collection of essays, highlighting the multifaceted personal and community impacts of t...

Yetzirah: A Hearth for Jewish Poetry recently hosted its second Jewish Poetry Conference in Asheville, North Carolina, amid a complex backdrop of distress wi...

Helene Meyers reviews the documentary "The Path Forward," co-directed by Julie Cohen and Mo Husseini, which presents a hopeful portrayal of collaboration bet...

The article delves into the profound and sometimes uncomfortable spiritual experience of listening to the shofar's blast on Rosh Hashanah. It explores the sh...

Lilith magazine invites fiction writers with Jewish and feminist themes to participate in their Annual Fiction Contest. Open from September 1 to December 31,...

"Chrysanthemums" is a deeply personal narrative by Gabrielle Ariella Kaplan-Mayer, detailing her experience during the pandemic as she navigated cancer treat...

The blog post "Hybrid" is a reflective narrative exploring the complex identity of a Jewish person with a mixed religious and cultural background. The author...

The article "What Is Left" is a poignant reflection on the process of sorting through a deceased parent’s belongings and coming to terms with the fragmented ...

The author shares personal experiences of feeling excluded and misunderstood in Jewish spaces due to her disability, highlighting the challenges faced by peo...

Laurel Brett reflects on her experience working for peace at Woodstock in 1969, highlighting her involvement in the anti-war movement and feminist activism. ...

The author reflects on their past struggles with a disordered relationship to food and exercise, finding solace in the concept of Btzelem Elohim and the resp...

The Other Israel Film Festival held a combined event with the Israel Film Center Film Festival to showcase Israeli films focusing on inequality in Israel, di...

"Five Stories" by Ellen Weinstein is a place-driven children's picture book that delves into the cultural tapestry of New York City's Lower East Side through...