Tag: Anthropology

Gloria Levitas, a 92-year-old journalist, anthropologist, and author, shares her wisdom and experiences in an interview.
Dr. Naomi Shmuel, an anthropologist at Hebrew University, explores the hybrid identity of Israelis of Ethiopian origin in her book Generations of Hope, focusing on the transition from Ethiopia to Israel and intergenerational transferal of traditions.
Dr. Naomi Shmuel, an anthropologist, focuses on the book she authored titled Generations of Hope: Traditions and Intergenerational Transferal with the Transition from Ethiopia to Israel.
In the book "Judaism Straight Up: Why Real Religion Endures" by Moshe Koppel, the author explores the enduring nature of traditional Judaism and defends Orthodox Judaism as a model for societal cohesion.
Amalia Saar, an Anthropology Professor at the University of Haifa, co-authored a book with Dr. Hawazin Younis titled "Diversity: Palestinian career women in Israel," which explores the experiences of female professionals like doctors, lawyers, and engineers within Israel.
In the book "Diversity: Palestinian career women in Israel," co-authored by Amalia Saar and Dr. Hawazin Younis, the professional and personal experiences of female doctors, lawyers, and engineers in Israel are examined.
"Life in Learning" is a book that explores the world of Orthodox Jewish yeshivas and the significance of Torah study in Jewish life.
Alejandro Paz, an associate professor of anthropology at the University of Toronto, delves into his book "Latinos in Israel: Language and Unexpected Citizenship," exploring the unique migrant community in Israel.
Dana Hercbergs, a scholar of folklore and anthropology, explores the significance of social history and anthropology in portraying the diverse memories and narratives found in the city of Jerusalem, both as a divided and unified entity.
Dana Hercbergs, a scholar of folklore and anthropology, explores the significance of social history and anthropology in portraying the complex and multifaceted story of Jerusalem, a city both divided and unified.
Dr. Michal Kravel Tovi's book "When the State Winks: The Performance of Jewish Conversions in Israel" delves into the challenging conversion process that female migrants from the former USSR opt for in Israel to enhance their integration into society.
Professor Daniel Monterescu delves into his book "Jaffa Shared and Shattered: Contrived Coexistence in Israel/Palestine," exploring the dynamics of coexistence in his hometown through an ethnographic lens.
Omri Grinberg, an anthropologist at the University of Toronto, discusses his research with host Gilad Halpern, focusing on Palestinian "children of the junction" - teenage boys from the West Bank who enter Israel to work as peddlers.
Eric Hobsbawm, a prominent historian, was born in 1917 and was known for his strong commitment to communism, which significantly influenced his views on Judaism and Jewish history.
The writer reflects on their journey from being an atheist with a lingering belief in God to facing the paradox after reading Christopher Hitchens' book.