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Tag: Catholicism

0 History Communities

3. Jewish Life in Visigothic Spain Part II

Jewish History Lectures · 29 Sep

The lecture on "Jewish Life in Visigothic Spain Part II" delves into the history and experiences of Jewish communities during the Visigothic rule in the Iberian Peninsula.

0 Communities Culture

Growing Numbers of Latinos ‘Revert’ to Islam

Maggie Phillips in Tablet · 18 Sep

Latino conversions to Islam are increasingly prevalent in the U.S., with many drawn to the faith's emphasis on family and direct connection to God, contrasting with the Catholicism of many Latino communities.

0 Television/Film Culture

In a conversion comedy, France’s Jerry Seinfeld flirts with Catholicism

PJ Grisar in Forward · 10 Jan

In the film "Stay With Us," comedian Gad Elmaleh, often referred to as the French Jerry Seinfeld, explores his real-life interest in Catholicism and its impact on his Jewish family.

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Does the Pope Have a Jewish Problem? Or a Liberal Problem?

Emes Ve-Emunah · 29 Nov 2023

The author discusses whether Pope Francis truly has an affinity for the Jewish people or if it is merely a publicity stunt.

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On Jewish Catholic Guilt

Catherine Horowitz in New Voices · 20 Jul 2023

The author reflects on their conflicted relationship with Catholicism and their Jewish identity.

0 Politics

The Commentary Magazine Podcast · 24 May 2023

In a podcast episode titled "Run, Ron, Run," the focus is on Ron DeSantis' upcoming announcement of his presidential candidacy, specifically on Twitter Spaces.

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After Pope Benedict's death, who will claim his legacy?

Mira Fox in Forward · 5 Jan 2023

After Pope Benedict XVI's death, there is a debate among Catholics about his legacy.

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Gad Elmaleh, popular comedian who has been source of pride for French Jews, converts to Catholicism

Cnaan Liphshiz in Forward · 8 Nov 2022

Gad Elmaleh, a popular comedian in France, has announced that he is converting to Catholicism.

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When the Pope Hits Your Eye Like a Big Pizza Pie, That’s Ahmari

James Kirchick in Tablet · 3 Feb 2022

Sohrab Ahmari, a prominent and controversial writer on the American right, has undergone a dramatic ideological transformation from Marxist atheism to Catholic post-liberal neo-traditionalism.

0 History Politics

The Secret Political History of Queen Esther

Ari Lamm in Tablet · 21 Mar 2019

The discussion revolves around the political history related to the biblical figure Queen Esther and her influence on Western politics during moments of great polarization.

0 Communities Television/Film

Motherhood, Burgers, and Bacon: Ep. 135

Unorthodox · 10 May 2018

In episode 135 of Unorthodox podcast, Peninah Lamm Kaplansky shares her experience with miscarriage, emphasizing the need for more support and dialogue on infertility and pregnancy loss within Jewish communities.

0 Holocaust Jewish Law

Brother Daniel, Sister Ulitskaya

Nadia Kalman in Jewish Review of Books · 27 Feb 2013

"Daniels Stein, Interpreter" by Ludmila Ulitskaya is a novel based on the life of Daniel Rufeisen, a Jewish man who converted to Catholicism and founded a Jewish Christian church.

0 Holocaust Politics

France's Jewish Archbishop

Forward · 5 Aug 2012

Cardinal Jean-Marie Lustiger, a Jewish convert to Catholicism, was a significant figure in France, known for his staunch defense of the Catholic church, criticism of capitalism, and opposition to racism.