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The author describes their experience at the White House attending a hearing on conflict-related sexual violence and watching the documentary "Screams Before...

The text refers to a comic about being a recovering Jewish professional and suggests pairing it with a recently released feature on toxic Jewish workplaces. ...

This text recounts a group of tourists, including some Jewish people, reciting the Kaddish prayer for Bella Terner, a Polish Jewish woman who settled in Cuba...

The author reflects on her experience as a student at Columbia Graduate School of Journalism in the early 1970s, where she found an unexpected mentor in Loui...

The article reflects on how Joan Didion's writings and approach to processing crises, particularly through the structure of narratives, have provided a frame...

In a delightful and humorous interview, Bess Kalb discusses topics ranging from her children's book "Buffalo Fluffalo" to hosting the Jewish Book Council Awa...

Blanche Bendahan, a lesser-known Sephardi Jewish writer, gained recognition with the translation of her first novel "Mazaltob," set in Tetouan, Morocco, at t...

The author reflects on the parallels between the Passover story of liberation and the struggles faced by those undergoing infertility treatments, highlightin...

Miriam, a photographer facing terminal illness, reflects on the impermanence of life using the Japanese concept of Wabi-Sabi, finding beauty in imperfection ...

The text portrays a conversation between the author and her mother, exploring the mother's upbringing in Kavkaz, with its strict gender roles and cultural no...

The story "Dayan" is a poignant tale set in a desert village where an elderly woman named Dayan prepares her daughter Malka and grandchildren for an unknown ...

KC Wagner, director of the Equity at Work Initiative at Cornell University, has dedicated over 40 years to addressing workplace consequences of intimate part...

The author of the text reflects on their decision to adopt the name Hadassah instead of Esther in honor of Queen Esther's hidden self and feminist values. Th...

The article discusses the tradition of eating Nan E-Berenji (Rosewater-Poppyseed Cookies) by Persian Jews during Purim, a holiday that coincides closely with...

A Jewish individual undergoing fertility treatment reflects on the emotional journey of having embryos that didn't develop into children due to scientific re...

In her book of essays titled "The Wandering Womb: Essays in Search of Home," S.L. Wisenberg explores her lifelong struggle to belong and feel at home. As a J...

The lack of ritual and liturgy in mainstream Judaism for experiences specific to women, such as menstruation, miscarriage, and mammograms, is a frustration f...

Mildred Weissman was a prominent advocate for women's rights, social justice, and Jewish culture. She made significant contributions to Jewish and secular mu...

The article discusses the phenomenon of Jews attacking each other on online platforms, particularly in relation to the war in Gaza and issues related to Isra...

The author reflects on the experience of their daughter, who is serving in the Israeli army while also reading the novel Mrs. Dalloway. The mention of the ch...

In this personal essay, the author reflects on their connection to the biblical figures of Miriam and Hagar and their own experiences as a Jew from the South...

The Sisterhood of Salaam Shalom, a Jewish-Muslim solidarity group, is facing challenges and divisions. The organization brings Jewish and Muslim women togeth...

The author reflects on the importance of believing and supporting survivors of sexual violence. They acknowledge the difficulty of confronting the truth that...

Lilith Magazine's most-read stories of 2023 primarily focus on themes of grief and hope in the midst of violence and loss. The stories include a poem about a...

Artist Debra Band has created the first fully illustrated Book of Ecclesiastes, or Qohelet, featuring the grandeur of the Alhambra as its central metaphor. B...

Lilith magazine has compiled a list of books they are excited to read in 2024. The list includes a variety of fiction and nonfiction titles, including "Dear ...

Despite the challenges faced by Jews in 2023, Jewish feminists continued to make strides and advocate for gender equality. The death of Canadian-Israeli peac...

The author reflects on the experience of grieving the loss of her husband. She initially underestimated the impact of losing a spouse and compares it to the ...

The article titled "Thirteen Ways of Looking at Your Dying Mother" explores the author's personal experience of caring for their dying mother. The writer off...

This article tells the story of the author's great-grandparents, Louis and Frannie Weiner, who were involved in a bootleg contraception operation in the 1920...

This article recommends four cozy Jewish rom-com books for readers looking for lighter fare this winter. The first, "Season of Love" by Helena Greer, tells t...

Janice Weizman's book "Our Little Histories" delves into Jewish history and identity from the perspectives of everyday women. The stories explore the lives o...

The Permanent Mission of Israel to the United Nations held a special session to address the rape, mutilation, and sexual violence committed by Hamas against ...

Lilith Magazine has compiled a list of their favorite books of 2023, ranging from fiction to nonfiction to children's literature. Some notable works include ...

In this first-person narrative, a ten-year-old recounts the difficulties and loss experienced in their family. The narrator's sister was diagnosed with liver...

The author shares their internship experience with the feminist magazine Lilith, specifically highlighting two projects they worked on: photographing the NYC...

The article discusses the author's discovery of Johnny Cash's music and its resonance with their own spiritual longing for God. Despite theological differenc...

This text discusses the difficult decision to undergo a mastectomy for women at high risk of breast cancer due to carrying the BRCA mutation. It explores the...

The author reflects on her childhood crushes on Jewish actors playing non-Jewish characters, such as Ed Ames as Mingo in Daniel Boone and Leonard Nimoy as Mr...

This text reflects on the tradition of sending New Year cards in the Jewish community. The author, reflecting on their childhood, describes how their mother ...

The documentary film "Bella!: This Woman's Place is in the House" explores the life and legacy of Bella Abzug, a Jewish feminist and progressive political fi...

In "Framing a Life," author Roberta Kuriloff explores the metaphor of building a house as a representation of her personal journey and search for wholeness. ...

Daphne Kalotay, author of "The Archivists," discusses the inspiration behind her characters and the themes in her book. She reveals that her last name, Kalot...

"A Castle in Brooklyn" is a novel by Shirley Russak Wachtel that tells the story of three characters - Jacob, Zalman, and Esther - who survive the Holocaust ...

The author reflects on her childhood experiences with Barbie and the way it represented oppressive gender norms and beauty standards. As she grew older and e...

"Fifth Avenue Glamour Girl" by Rene Rosen is a novel that delves into the life of Estée Lauder and her rise in the cosmetic industry. The author aimed to sti...

The article discusses the challenges faced by queer and trans elders in senior care homes and the need for cultural and LGBTQ+ inclusive support. The author,...

The author reflects on their childhood memories, including their father teaching them physics and the joy they experienced playing with Barbies in their atti...

In an interview, Yael Goldstein-Love, author of "The Possibilities," discusses the complexities and challenges of motherhood. She describes motherhood as bot...

In the novel "Once We Were Home" by Jennifer Rosner, the author explores the stories of Jewish children hidden during the Holocaust and the challenges they f...