This text narrates the story of the author's grandmother, Savta, who was born in Yemen and immigrated to Israel, where she was given a Hebraized name.

Ardie Geldman from Efrat, Israel, expresses concerns regarding the declining state of American Jewry as compared to the resilient nature of Israeli Jewry, highlighting Israel's strong communal bonds, Hebrew language, and demographic stability.

In "The Burnt Pot," the author explores themes of assimilation, identity, and Jewish continuity through the lens of characters in Zadie Smith's novel "White Teeth" and Jewish writings.

Dr. Liora Halperin discusses the inculcation of the Hebrew language in pre-State Israel with a focus on the ideological and practical elements involved during the period of 1920-1948.

The essay explores the ambiguity and complexities found in Yehudah Halevi's popular poem Yom Shabbaton, focusing on the debate around different versions of the middle stanzas found in prayer books.

Israeli food writer and TV personality Gil Hovav discusses his new memoir, "Candies from Heaven," reflecting on his upbringing in Jerusalem as part of the Ben-Yehuda family.

The text reminisces about the author's grandfather, Grandpa Maurice, sharing anecdotes about his colorful life and love for making foul medemes, an Egyptian dish.

"Married Life" by David Fogel is a disturbing novel set in interwar Vienna where a group of Jewish friends gather at a café, highlighting the tension of European Jewish existence.

Rosh HaShanah and Yom Kippur are traditionally times for prayer and introspection, seeking atonement and blessings for the coming year.

The text discusses the legacy of Professor Nehama Leibowitz on the twentieth anniversary of her passing and reflects on her influence on Jewish scholarship, particularly in Tanakh study.

"Gur Alroey's book 'An Unpromising Land' focuses on the typical Jewish immigrants to Palestine in the early 20th century, highlighting that most were seeking a better future rather than being driven by strong Zionist ideals. Alroey emphasizes that the mass of immigrants were not necessarily motivated by returning to the land of Israel or part of the Zionist project. While some letters to Zionist bureaus showed minimal ideological motivations, Alroey suggests most immigrants were more concerned with economic factors. The book also delves into the daily lives of these immigrants, showcasing struggles and achievements in areas like candy-making and professional associations. Alroey's work challenges the traditional Zionist narrative and underscores the diverse motivations and experiences of early Jewish immigrants to Palestine."

In "The Story of Hebrew," Lewis Glinert presents Hebrew as a language with a rich and complex history, detailing its survival and evolution over centuries.

Yom Haatzmaut is a day to reflect on Israel's independence and its adherence to the values laid out by David Ben-Gurion.

Growing up in a Modern Orthodox Jewish household in Monsey, New York, Aviya Kushner was immersed in the study of Biblical Hebrew and ancient languages due to her mother's passion for Bible scholarship.

In a discussion titled "The Peace Movement Stirs?", Don, Noah, and guest Ilene Prusher touch upon three significant topics: the controversy over a natural gas deal in Israel, the resurgence of the peace movement amidst the Gaza war anniversary, and the impact of Israeli musicians favoring English over Hebrew.

Dr. Liora Halperin, a professor at the University of Colorado Boulder, discusses the promotion of the Hebrew language in pre-state Israel with host Gilad Halpern.

Letty and Bert Pogrebin, a Jewish couple living on Manhattan's Upper West Side since 1970, share insights into their daily life, household division of chores, work routines, family history, and Jewish identity.

Georg Mordechai Langer, an overlooked figure in Franz Kafka's life, was a gay Hasidic Hebrew teacher with a deep interest in mysticism and Hebrew literature.

The New American Haggadah, edited by Jonathan Safran Foer and translated by Nathan Englander, presents a discussion on the complexities of translating Jewish texts, particularly the Haggadah used during Passover.

The text discusses the challenges and intricacies of translating the works of Yiddish writer Chaim Grade, highlighting the need for knowledge of Yiddish, English, Hebrew, and Jewish culture.

The article examines the recognition of prominent Jewish figures through street names in Israel, particularly focusing on Moses Mendelssohn.

Nobutaka Hattori, a former Protestant minister in Japan's fourth-largest city, had doubts about his faith, leading to a spiritual journey that led him to become a full-time kollel student in Jerusalem.