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0 Culture Holidays

Passover haggadahs have long included pictures of rabbit hunts. This year shows us why.

Benjamin Resnick in JTA · 4 Apr

Illustrations of rabbit hunts have long appeared in Passover Haggadot, serving both a ritual mnemonic and a symbolic thematic function.

0 Politics History

WZO Elections Controversy

Jewish History Uncensored · 3 Apr

The episode explores the controversy surrounding participation in the World Zionist Organization (WZO) elections within the American Yeshiva world, examining the halachic and historical contexts of this debate.

0 Politics History

WZO Elections Controversy

Jewish History Uncensored · 3 Apr

The episode explores the controversy surrounding participation in the World Zionist Organization (WZO) elections within the American Yeshiva world, examining the halachic and historical contexts of this debate.

0 Politics History

WZO Elections Controversy

Jewish History Uncensored · 3 Apr

The episode explores the controversy surrounding participation in the World Zionist Organization (WZO) elections within the American Yeshiva world, examining the halachic and historical contexts of this debate.

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 Politics Ethics

Jews and the Dilemmas of Social Justice

Sapir · 3 Apr

The concept of social justice is fundamentally rooted in Jewish tradition, emphasizing communal welfare and human dignity.

0 Politics Israel

Israel Is a World Power

Sapir · 3 Apr

As Israel marks its 75th anniversary, it has emerged as a significant global power, moving beyond its historical symbolic clout to wield real geopolitical influence.

0 Antisemitism History

Three Falsehoods About Antisemitism—and One Truth

Sapir · 3 Apr

Antisemitism is often misunderstood as a mere unfathomable bigotry, but it is deeply rooted in a complex tangle of religious, political, and ideological forces.

0 Communities Israel

Israel Is Doing Fine; We’re the Ones Who Need Help

Sapir · 3 Apr

Recent shifts highlight how Israel, now economically robust and with strong regional peace ties, doesn't require the same level of Diaspora financial support as it once did.

0 Culture Israel

Faith & Fertility in Israel

Sapir · 3 Apr

Israel stands as a global outlier in fertility rates among wealthy nations, maintaining a rate of around three children per woman, in stark contrast to declining birth rates worldwide.

0 Antisemitism Politics

‘Beyond the Welfare of the Jews’

Sapir · 3 Apr

Deborah Lipstadt, the U.S. Envoy to Monitor and Combat Antisemitism, discusses the persistent presence and transformation of antisemitism in America and globally, touching on incidents illustrating bias against various Jewish communities.

0 Antisemitism Politics

‘Beyond the Welfare of the Jews’

Sapir · 3 Apr

Deborah Lipstadt, the U.S. Envoy to Monitor and Combat Antisemitism, discusses the persistent presence and transformation of antisemitism in America and globally, touching on incidents illustrating bias against various Jewish communities.

0 Antisemitism Politics

In the Face of Antisemitism, Neutrality Is a Sin

Sapir · 3 Apr

The article explores the persistent nature of antisemitism and highlights the moral obligation to reject neutrality in the face of such hatred, especially in light of recent attacks on Jews in Israel.

0 Education Philosophy

(Wilhelm von) Humboldt’s Gift

Sapir · 3 Apr

Wilhelm von Humboldt, a Prussian philosopher of education, envisioned the modern university as a bastion of free thought and critical reasoning, insulated from market influences and political pressures.

0 Torah Jewish Law

Jewish Masterpiece: The Talmud

Sapir · 3 Apr

The article delves into the Talmud's rich complexity and enduring significance, describing it as a profound self-help book that encompasses the entirety of human experience through its discussions and disputes.

0 Music History

Jewish Masterpiece: ‘Hatikvah’

Sapir · 3 Apr

During an open-air service in April 1945, survivors at Bergen-Belsen sang "Hatikvah," captured by a BBC reporter, illustrating hope amidst despair.

0 Education Antisemitism

Turning Critical Theory on Its Head

Sapir · 3 Apr

Amidst contemporary campus protests, this analysis challenges humanities and social science faculties for neglecting to apply critical theory effectively, particularly concerning Jewish oppression and Zionism.

0 Politics History

Democracy’s Pessimism Paradox

Sapir · 3 Apr

The article explores the pervasive sense of pessimism within modern democracies, fueled by social decay, economic challenges, and dissatisfaction with democratic systems.

0 Politics Philosophy

Are Zionists and Anti-Zionists Arguing for the Sake of Heaven?

Sapir · 3 Apr

The piece delves into the persistent debate between Zionists and anti-Zionists, questioning whether these disagreements fall under the category of arguments 'for the sake of Heaven,' a concept in Judaism that honors debate as long as it is constructive.

0 History Politics

I help tell Jewish women’s stories. Trump’s attacks on diversity are an assault on everyone’s history.

Judith Rosenbaum in JTA · 2 Apr

Judith Rosenbaum, CEO of the Jewish Women's Archive, critiques the Trump administration's efforts to limit diverse historical narratives, particularly those involving women and marginalized groups.

0 Politics Holocaust

Citing post-Holocaust doctrine, Germany seeks to deport 4 pro-Palestinian protesters, including one American

Shira Li Bartov in Forward · 2 Apr

Germany is preparing to deport four pro-Palestinian foreign residents of Berlin, citing their participation in protests with chants deemed antisemitic and alleged indirect support for Hamas.

0 Politics Antisemitism

Citing post-Holocaust doctrine, Germany seeks to deport 4 pro-Palestinian protesters

Shira Li Bartov in JTA · 2 Apr

Germany is attempting to deport four foreign residents over their involvement in pro-Palestinian protests, challenging the legal application of its post-Holocaust doctrine, Staatsräson.

0 Philosophy Torah

Parshas Vayikra

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha · 1 Apr

In her reflection on Parshas Vayikra, Cindy Scarr explores the concept of a personal calling, drawing parallels between Moshe's divine mission and the unique roles each individual is meant to fulfill.

0 Culture Language

Yiddish fans in Berlin launch a Yiddish open mic series

Luise Fakler in Forward · 1 Apr

In Berlin, a novel initiative called "Nu? Yiddish in All Art Forms" has emerged as the city's first Yiddish open mic night.

0 Antisemitism History

Between Diplomacy and Commemoration: The Origins of the Study of Antisemitism

Tel Aviv Review · 31 Mar

Tom Eshed, a postdoctoral fellow, explores the evolution of antisemitism research post-World War II, emphasizing its complex relationship with Zionism and Israeli diplomacy.