The text explores a dilemma faced by a family moving to Israel before their son's bar mitzvah, leading to a halakhic query about which Torah portion the boy should read on his birthday.

The text discusses the beauty and significance of Yiddish poetry, focusing on recent musical projects that bring Yiddish poems to life.

Between the late 1960s and the fall of the Soviet Union in 1991, nearly two million Jews left Russia, Ukraine, and other parts of the Soviet Empire, with support from diaspora Jewish communities globally, particularly in the United States.

The text discusses various articles and responses published in the Spring 2019 edition of "Letters."

The author reflects on the act of shaving and its cultural significance, particularly in the Jewish and gentile communities.

The author reflects on an encounter in Hollywood where he pitched a screenplay about George Catlin, a painter who documented Native American life in the 19th century.

In the book "Gifts My Mother Gave Me: A Tribute to the Jewish Mother," different authors share stories illustrating the profound impact and valuable lessons passed down by their Jewish mothers.

In this personal reflection, the author discusses the role of Jewish identity in diaspora, particularly around the Christmas season.

Renowned Israeli and American Jewish authors discussed a range of topics, including identity, Judaism, and Zionism in a collection of conversations published by the Israeli newspaper Yediot Aharonot during Book Week.

In "Chabon, Safran Foer, and the Great Jewish American Novel," the discussion focuses on the literary works of Jonathan Safran Foer and Michael Chabon, particularly their recent novels "Here I Am" and "Moonglow," respectively.

In a discussion with members of the Knesset and local rabbis, an Orthodox rabbi reflects on the misalignment between American and Israeli Jewish communities, particularly concerning Yom Haatzmaut.

Dr. Talia Sagiv, a sociologist at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem, explores the challenges faced by young Israelis of mixed Ashkenazi and Sephardi descent in her book "On the Fault Line: Israelis of Mixed Ethnicity."

The article discusses the popularity and significance of the Maccabeats' song "Candlelight" as a standout Hanukkah pop song filling a void in the genre.

The Hassidic settlement of Kiryas Yoel in upstate New York serves as a unique case study regarding questions of diaspora and sovereignty.

The article discusses the firing of basketball coach David Blatt, who is a supporter of Israel and Likud.

The text delves into the changing landscape for American Jews from the early 20th century to the present day.

Prof. Yossi Turner delves into the evolution of Zionism and the increasing political influence of Jewish communities worldwide in 20th-century Jewish thought.

Professors Alan Wolfe and Dennis Klein examine different aspects of Jewish identity and experience.

Janna Gur, a prominent figure in Israeli culinary circles, has shifted her focus in her new cookbook "Jewish Soul Food: From Minsk to Marrakesh" to traditional Jewish cooking in the Diaspora.

The article discusses the impact of Iranian Jews on shaping modern Los Angeles since the 1970s.

Menachem Begin, a prominent figure in Israeli politics, faced early condemnation, even being compared to Hitler.

"Bible Kings" is a new documentary film following adults from around the world as they prepare for the Chidon HaTanakh, the International Bible Contest.

The text explores the complex reality of the State of Israel, highlighting the juxtaposition of dreams and disappointments in its history and current state.

The text emphasizes the deep historical and spiritual connection between the Jewish people and Judea.

"The Jewish Annotated New Testament" discusses the Jewish roots of the New Testament and the historical context of its texts, highlighting the commonalities between Judaism and Christianity in the late Second Temple period.