Antwerp, Belgium

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha · 25 Nov

Family First Inbox, Issue 970, features letters discussing diverse personal challenges and reflections on societal issues.

0 Antisemitism History

Vatican investigates Swiss Guard for alleged spitting gesture at Jewish women

Shira Li Bartov in JTA · 11 Nov

The Vatican is investigating a Swiss Guard accused of making an antisemitic gesture towards two Jewish women attending a conference marking the 60th anniversary of Nostra Aetate, a declaration promoting tolerance of non-Christian religions.

0 Literature Culture

The Jewish Picture Books Everyone’s Talking About

Alexandra Lapkin Schwank in Hadassah · 6 Nov

Jewish children's picture books have seen a resurgence, offering a diverse range of stories that celebrate Jewish traditions, resilience, and multicultural experiences.

0 History Holocaust

They tried to erase the Jews behind Europe’s most famous brands.

Andrea Baur in Future of Jewish · 3 Nov

Andrea Baur's essay highlights the systematic expropriation of Jewish contributions to European innovation during the Nazi regime, a process known as "Aryanisation."

0 Culture History

The surprising thing I learned about my tough-as-nails Bubby

Lisa Mayer in Forward · 8 Sep

Lisa Mayer reflects on the life and character of her grandmother, Rebbetzin Weintraub, unveiling her surprising romantic past.

0 History Philosophy

The Rebirth of Chosenness

Sapir · 11 Aug

The article explores England's remarkable historical shift from one of the most antisemitic nations to a leading philosemitic society by the 17th century.

0 Literature Culture

Advertising Supplement | Moment’s Summer Reading Guide

Moment in Moment · 2 Jul

Moment's Summer Reading Guide presents a diverse selection of Jewish-themed books, spanning genres from mystery and biography to historical fiction and inspirational memoirs.

0 Communities Culture

Inbox: Issue 1066

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha · 17 Jun

This collection of letters to the editor spans a range of topics, reflecting on articles and columns from a Jewish publication.

0 History Politics

In 1982, the shooting of an Israeli diplomat led to war

Ron Kampeas in JTA · 22 May

The attempted assassination of Israeli diplomat Shlomo Argov in London in 1982 provided Israeli Defense Minister Ariel Sharon with the pretext to initiate the first Lebanon war.

0 Communities History

A Place Called the Pletzl

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha · 20 May

The Pletzl, the historic Jewish quarter in Paris' Marais district, has been a significant center for Jewish life since the late 19th century.

0 Antisemitism Jewish Law

Police raid homes of mohels in Antwerp, in investigation into possible illegal circumcisions

Philissa Cramer in JTA · 15 May

Belgian police have conducted raids on homes in Antwerp as part of an investigation into potentially illegal circumcisions conducted by mohels.

0 Antisemitism Jewish Law

Antisemitic Countries, Jews, and Rabbis

Emes Ve-Emunah · 14 May

The article delves into the debate surrounding Jewish circumcision, highlighting a police raid on mohalim in Antwerp as evidence of antisemitism.

0 Television/Film Culture

Is ‘Kugel,’ the Prequel to ‘Shtisel,’ Worth the Watch?

Lior Zaltzman in Kveller · 25 Apr

Kugel, the prequel to the celebrated Israeli series Shtisel, offers viewers a new perspective on two familiar characters, Nuchem and Libbi Shtisel, set in the Orthodox Jewish community of Antwerp, Belgium.

0 Television/Film Culture

Sasson Gabay Makes a Charming Return to His ‘Shtisel’ Character in ‘Kugel’

Lior Zaltzman in Kveller · 21 Apr

"Kugel," a prequel to the praised Israeli series "Shtisel," brings back Sasson Gabay in his iconic role as Nuchem Shtisel.

0 Television/Film Culture

‘Shtisel’ star Sasson Gabay is happy to be back playing a complex haredi Orthodox Jew in ‘Kugel’

Gabe Friedman in JTA · 16 Apr

Sasson Gabay, renowned for his role as Nuhem Shtisel in the acclaimed series "Shtisel," returns to portray the character in the prequel series "Kugel."

0 Leadership Communities

Humble Nobility

Rabbi Eliezer Brand in Ami · 8 Apr

The article offers an intimate glimpse into the life and leadership of the Rebbe of Machnovka-Belz, Rav Yehoshua Rokeach, in Bnei Brak.

0 Politics Education

Boycotts: The Legal Remedy

Sapir · 3 Apr

The article discusses the complex issue of academic boycotts against Israeli institutions and their significant implications on international collaborations and Israel’s global scientific standing.

0 Television/Film Culture

‘Shtisel’ spin-off ‘Kugel’ richly portrays diasporic Hasidic community

Rukhl Schaechter in Forward · 6 Mar

"Kugel," a spin-off of the popular series "Shtisel," dives into the nuanced dynamics of Antwerp's Hasidic community.

0 Television/Film Culture

Is 'Kugel,' the prequel to 'Shtisel,' an antisemite's dream?

Mira Fox in Forward · 5 Mar

Kugel, a prequel to the acclaimed series Shtisel, explores the lives of the Haredi Shitsel family branch in Antwerp, focusing on Nuchem, a character who embodies the trope of the unscrupulous, greedy Orthodox Jew.

0 Television/Film Culture

How to Be a Jew … like a Shtisel

Unorthodox · 5 Mar

In this episode, the team discusses the new streaming show 'Kugel,' a prequel to the popular series 'Shtisel.'

0 Television/Film Culture

How to Be a Jew … like a Shtisel

Unorthodox · 5 Mar

Yehonatan Indursky returns with a new prequel to 'Shtisel' called 'Kugel,' highlighting the rich narrative of Libbi and her father Nuchem Shtisel in Antwerp.

0 Television/Film Culture

Everything to Know About the ‘Shtisel’ Prequel, ‘Kugel,’ Now Streaming

Lior Zaltzman in Kveller · 4 Mar

Kugel, the prequel to the beloved Israeli series Shtisel, is now streaming on the IZZY platform and offers fans a new but familiar experience.

0 Television/Film Culture

Loved ‘Shtisel’? Try Some ‘Kugel’

Amy Klein in Hadassah · 26 Feb

Kugel serves as a prequel to the acclaimed Israeli series Shtisel, exploring the lives of Shulem Shtisel's younger brother, Nuchem, and his daughter, Libbi, in Antwerp, Belgium.

0 Television/Film Culture

The Jewish TV and Movies to Watch in February 2025

Lior Zaltzman in Kveller · 7 Feb

February 2025 promises a plethora of exciting new TV shows and movies with Jewish influences and stars.

0 Holocaust Politics

Belgium’s railway should apologize but not pay for sending Jews to Nazi death camps, government panel concludes

Shira Li Bartov in JTA · 22 Jan

A Belgian government panel has concluded that while the Belgian National Railway Company (SNCB) should formally apologize for its role in transporting Jews to Nazi death camps during the Holocaust, it should not be required to pay compensation to survivors.

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