Cultural Adaptation

0 History Philosophy

Zoom event: Did the Rabbis wage war against the Enlightenment thinkers?

פֿאָרווערטס־רעדאַקציע in Forward · 16 Oct

The Forverts is hosting a Zoom event exploring whether the Rabbis engaged in opposition against Enlightenment thinkers.

This support group for Israeli expats in New York offers programs in Hebrew, hugs and the comforts of home

Jackie Hajdenberg in JTA · 11 Oct

The Israeli Hug Center in New York, established by Erela Nornberg at Congregation Rodeph Sholom, offers a supportive environment for Israeli expats following the traumatic October 7 Hamas attacks in Israel.

0 History Communities

113. Four Jewish Survival Strategies developed in the Byzantine Empire

Jewish History Lectures · 1 Sep

This video, part of the Jewish History Lab series by Henry Abramson, delves into four key survival strategies that the Jewish community developed during the Byzantine Empire, following the Bar Kochba revolt.

0 Communities History

There is no such thing as a 'typical' Jew.

Joshua Hoffman in Future of Jewish · 31 Aug

In a reflection on the diversity of the Jewish community, this piece argues against the notion of a "typical" Jew, emphasizing the rich variety in traditions, practices, and interpretations of Judaism that exist among Jews worldwide.

0 Education Culture

Jewish Back to School Traditions for a Sweet School Year

Naomi Kaye Honova in Kveller · 26 Aug

This article delves into various Jewish back-to-school traditions, highlighting how cultural practices associate the start of a child's education with joy and sweetness.

0 Literature Culture

Before ‘The Warriors’ was a cult movie — or a Lin-Manuel Miranda album — it had radical Jewish roots

PJ Grisar in Forward · 23 Aug

Sol Yurick's 1965 novel, "The Warriors," which inspired a cult classic film and a Lin-Manuel Miranda concept album, draws from his experience as a social worker in New York City, observing juvenile delinquents.

0 Antisemitism Communities

I’m one of those Jews Felicity Kendal thinks is wrong

Jewish Chronicle · 17 Jul

The author reflects on the complexities of Jewish identity in light of rising antisemitism.

0 Jewish Law Culture

When Torah Principles Confront Western Sensibilities - Ohad Fedida

The Habura · 16 Jun

Ohad Fedida discusses the conflicts that arise when Western values clash with Torah principles, examining historical, cultural, and moral contexts to propose a balanced approach.

0 Culture Politics

Mark Breslin on the value of Jewish comedy and identity in an increasingly antisemitic world

Not That Kind of Rabbi · 20 Feb

Mark Breslin reflects on his Jewish identity, the persistence of antisemitism, and the legacy of Jewish humor, especially in Canada, in a candid interview with Ralph Benmergui.

0 Television/Film Israel

Israeli creator of 'The Last of Us' finds inspiration for sequel in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict

Itamar Katzir in Forward · 19 Apr 2023

Israeli-American Neil Druckmann, the creative force behind HBO's hit series 'The Last of Us', draws inspiration from various sources, including the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, for future projects.

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The Divine Feminine

Maggie Phillips in Tablet · 3 Oct 2022

This article discusses the celebration of Navaratri, a nine-night Hindu festival that honors the power of the divine feminine.

0 Food Culture

Why is kosher-for-Passover Coca-Cola different from all other Coca-Colas?

The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner · 4 Apr 2022

This episode explores the tradition and significance of kosher-for-Passover Coca-Cola, which replaces high-fructose corn syrup with cane sugar to meet Passover dietary restrictions.

0 Television/Film Language

Is Dune Better in Hebrew?

Raz Greenberg in Tablet · 20 Oct 2021

Emanuel Lottem, Israel's most prolific science fiction translator, is celebrated for his Hebrew translation of Frank Herbert's Dune.

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Online Tool Helps Families Plan for Aliyah Success

Aviva Engel in Jewish Action · 18 Aug 2021

A new online resource called the Aliyah Risk Calculator helps families planning to make aliyah (immigrate to Israel) assess their chances of success.

0 Culture Ethics

A Juneteenth Haggadah for a new ritual meal

Forward · 29 Jun 2020

The Keti Koti Table, an interracial reconciliation celebration, draws inspiration from the Jewish Passover Seder to commemorate the abolition of Dutch slavery on July 1, 1863.

0 Food Holidays

The Jewish History Of Cheesecake — And 2 Perfect Recipes

Forward · 30 Jul 2017

Devra Ferst explores the diverse history of cheesecake, tracing its origins from ancient Greece to its adoption in Jewish holiday traditions, particularly Shavuot.

0 Culture Jewish Law

The Thin Red-and-Green Line

Leigh McMullan Abramson in Tablet · 22 Dec 2014

In this personal essay, a convert to Judaism grapples with her love for Christmas traditions and how to navigate celebrating them while being Jewish.

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