Rabbi Delphine Horveilleur, an influential French Jewish figure, reflects on the vulnerability felt by Diaspora Jews after recent attacks and the war in Gaza, noting a sense of brokenness even in Israel.

The text discusses the concept of endlessness in the Jewish experience, particularly in the context of galus (exile).

The text explores the concept of galus (exile) within the Jewish experience, highlighting the feeling of endlessness and hopelessness that accompanies it.

Juan Gelman, a renowned Latin American poet, was a Yiddish speaker known for his leftist views that opposed Argentina's military dictatorship.

The article discusses the relationship between the holiday of Purim and the concept of Jewish sovereignty, highlighting differing viewpoints on the importance and limitations of having a Jewish state.

In the debate between Salo Wittmayer Baron and Yitzhak Baer concerning the nature of Jewish diaspora, Baron, advocating a positive view of American multicultural liberalism, believes in the richness of cultural pluralism and the safety it offers to Jews as part of the majority in the United States.

In this personal essay, the author reflects on their connection to the biblical figures of Miriam and Hagar and their own experiences as a Jew from the South.

The article discusses the experiences of Israelis who were displaced from their homes during the 2005 disengagement from Gaza and the recent conflict with Hamas.

Dalia Ziada, an Egyptian author and civil rights activist, spoke out against Hamas after witnessing footage of their atrocities during the recent conflict with Israel.

In this essay by Maya Rosen, it is explored what it means to be in exile from a Jewish perspective.

The article discusses the well-known Hanukkah song "Maoz Tzur" and its final stanza.

This article features personal perspectives and experiences in the aftermath of Hamas atrocities in Israel.

Hilde Domin was a German poet who was born in Cologne in 1909 and returned to Germany in 1954 after over 22 years in exile.

The author asserts that the State of Israel is a miraculous phenomenon.

The author reflects on the concept of disappointment as a defining characteristic of Jewish identity.

The article discusses the plight of the Uyghur people in China and their struggle to preserve their culture, language, and identity in the face of Chinese government repression.

This podcast discusses the concept of Messiah in the context of Jewish history and the pattern of exile and redemption.

The episode delves into R' Elimelech's association with Lizhensk and the emergence of the Galitziner identity.

A Jewish family recounts their journey from the Soviet Union to the United States in the late 1970s, navigating geopolitical challenges and personal struggles.

The author reflects on her family's history of abandonment and estrangement, particularly her grandfather's bitterness towards her father.

The article discusses the concept of exile in Jewish thought and its relevance to Zionism.

The Baal Shem Tov, founder of Hasidism, offers a new perspective on the destruction of the Temple in Jerusalem.

The author reflects on their fascination with the character Gustav von Aschenbach, the protagonist of Thomas Mann's novel "Death in Venice."

Jewish life has long been marked by exile, known as the diaspora, following the destruction of the Temple and loss of sovereignty.

"The text 'Tradition and Invention' explores how Jews, for much of their history, were perceived as lacking a political life due to their exile and subordination under other ruling powers. Over time, this perception shifted, especially with the emergence of Zionism and the establishment of Israel. The book project, led by Michael Walzer, aims to unearth and analyze Jewish political thought throughout history, challenging old perceptions and integrating it with wider intellectual traditions. However, critiques point out a lack of historical context in presenting texts, hindering a nuanced understanding of how Jewish political life evolved and was reinvented in different eras and locations. The volume ultimately highlights the ongoing process of invention within Jewish political traditions."