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0 Music Holocaust

Even the Holocaust could not silence the music of these composers

Jon Kalish in Forward · 24 Apr

Jeanne Golan, a New York pianist, has dedicated the past 15 years to the 'recovered voices' movement, recording music by composers persecuted by the Nazis.

0 Music Holocaust

Even the Holocaust could not silence the music of these composers

Jon Kalish in Forward · 24 Apr

Jeanne Golan, a New York pianist, has dedicated the past 15 years to the 'recovered voices' movement, recording music by composers persecuted by the Nazis.

0 Holocaust Communities

Let each of us view ourselves as though we personally had emerged from the Shoah

eJewishPhilanthropy · 24 Apr

The keynote address delivered at the Yom HaShoah commemoration in Paramus, NJ, highlights the personal and collective responsibility to remember the Holocaust through the lens of individual and family experiences.

0 Art Culture

Nazis are praising Hitler's art prowess. But was he really any good?

Mira Fox in Forward · 11 Apr

With the rise of unregulated speech on social media, Adolf Hitler's art is being reassessed by neo-Nazis, who argue it surpasses modernist Jewish artists like Mark Rothko.

0 Holidays Culture

Kidnapped Choruses?

Yosef Lindell in Jewish Review of Books · 7 Apr

Exploring the origins of the beloved Passover Seder songs "Echad Mi Yodea" and "Chad Gadya," Yosef Lindell delves into their historical roots, which potentially trace back to non-Jewish folk traditions.

0 History Politics

In Dissent

Marci Shore in Jewish Review of Books · 7 Apr

"In Dissent," authored by Benjamin Nathans, delves into the history and significance of the Soviet dissident movement, highlighting key figures and events.

0 History Politics

In Dissent

Marci Shore in Jewish Review of Books · 7 Apr

"In Dissent," authored by Benjamin Nathans, delves into the history and significance of the Soviet dissident movement, highlighting key figures and events.

0 History Culture

The Star of David: A Symbol That Means Everything—and Nothing

Jewish History Nerds · 4 Apr

Hosts Yael Steiner and Jonathan Schwab delve into the multifaceted history and symbolism of the Star of David, exploring its transition from a simple geometric design to a profound emblem of Jewish identity.

0 History Culture

The Star of David: A Symbol That Means Everything—and Nothing

Jewish History Nerds · 4 Apr

Hosts Yael Steiner and Jonathan Schwab delve into the multifaceted history and symbolism of the Star of David, exploring its transition from a simple geometric design to a profound emblem of Jewish identity.

0 Culture History

The Star of David: A Symbol That Means Everything—and Nothing

Jewish History Nerds · 3 Apr

The Star of David, also known as the hexagram, carries a complex legacy as both a symbol of Jewish identity and a historical motif used in various cultures.

0 Culture History

The Star of David: A Symbol That Means Everything—and Nothing

Jewish History Nerds · 3 Apr

The Star of David, also known as the hexagram, carries a complex legacy as both a symbol of Jewish identity and a historical motif used in various cultures.

0 Culture Politics

Jews and Cancel Culture

Sapir · 3 Apr

The essays in the Sapir journal issue argue that Jews should be particularly concerned about the impact of cancel culture on liberal democracy and Jewish values.

0 Art Culture

Parisian theater stages I. B. Singer’s ‘Golem’ in Yiddish and French

Jennifer A. Stern in Forward · 24 Mar

The Théâtre de la Colline in Paris is hosting "Golem," an innovative multilingual stage adaptation of Isaac Bashevis Singer's story, directed by celebrated Israeli filmmaker Amos Gitai.

0 Culture Holocaust

10 Times Jews Got the Upper Hand on Nazis in Pop Culture

Leah Grisham in Kveller · 20 Mar

Addressing the resurgence of Nazism and antisemitism, Leah Grisham highlights ten instances in pop culture where Jews triumph over Nazis.

0 Art Holocaust

This Artist Drew Inspiration from Jewish Gravestones

Guest Contributor in Lilith · 18 Mar

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

0 Politics Antisemitism

Musk falsely accuses Jewish former ambassador suing DOGE of heading 'crime family'

Louis Keene in Forward · 3 Mar

Elon Musk has come under scrutiny for spreading a conspiracy theory about Norman Eisen, a Jewish former U.S. ambassador, falsely accusing him of leading a 'crime family.'

0 Politics Antisemitism

Musk falsely accuses Jewish former ambassador suing DOGE of heading 'crime family'

Louis Keene in Forward · 3 Mar

Elon Musk has come under scrutiny for spreading a conspiracy theory about Norman Eisen, a Jewish former U.S. ambassador, falsely accusing him of leading a 'crime family.'

0 Politics History

JFK and Charles De Gaulle knew something Trump can't fathom

Larry Cohler-Esses in Forward · 1 Mar

Larry Cohler-Esses reflects on a transformative experience in Belgium following the 9/11 attacks, which highlights the distinction between transactional and relational international politics.

0 Politics Israel

Israel has no moral obligation to negotiate Gaza’s future with anyone.

Bob Goldberg in Future of Jewish · 21 Feb

Bob Goldberg argues that Israel should not engage in negotiations over Gaza's future with external parties, emphasizing that Israel's sole obligation is to achieve "total victory" over Hamas.

0 Politics Culture

How Israelis and Palestinians View Their Own Children

John Matthews in Future of Jewish · 15 Feb

The essay by John Matthews explores the contrasting perceptions and treatment of children within Israeli and Palestinian societies amidst ongoing conflict.

0 Politics Ethics

On Ethnic Cleansing

Natan Slifkin in Rationalist Judaism · 5 Feb

Natan Slifkin examines the moral outrage surrounding population relocations and ethnic cleansing, focusing on Trump's proposal to relocate Gazans.

0 Literature Torah

Bringing the Bible’s Commentators to Life

Yosef Lindell in Lehrhaus · 3 Feb

Avigail Rock's book, "Great Biblical Commentators: Biographies, Methodologies, and Contributions," translated by Yoseif Bloch, offers a compelling exploration of 24 key biblical commentators spanning from Targum Onkelos to modern academics like Rabbi Mordechai Breuer.

0 Politics History

Natan Sharansky: 'If you don't have faith or Zionism, your grandchildren will not be Jewish' (18 Questions, 40 Israeli Thinkers)

18forty · 29 Jan

Natan Sharansky, a former Soviet dissident and Israeli politician, discusses the intertwined challenges of antisemitism and assimilation facing the Jewish people, asserting that Israel is pivotal for Jewish continuity.

0 Holocaust Education

‘The Holocaust is always inside you’: Pinchas Gutter and Mariette Doduck, new Order of Canada winners, won’t stop educating

The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner · 27 Jan

Pinchas Gutter and Mariette Doduck, both Holocaust survivors, discuss their surprise and gratitude at being awarded the Order of Canada, reflecting on their lifelong dedication to Holocaust education.

0 Antisemitism Leadership

What the ADL should have said in response to Elon Musk's salute

Jodi Rudoren in Forward · 24 Jan

ADL's recent response to Elon Musk's alleged Nazi salute during President Trump's inauguration highlights the complex intersection of antisemitism, media responsibility, and leadership in confronting hate.

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