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Tag: Jessica Jacobs

0 Literature Culture

A Roundup of Jewish Poetry Collections by Jewish Women

Guest Blogger in Lilith · 28 Oct

Jewish poetry by women is experiencing a vibrant renaissance, featuring works that delve into healing and addressing the complexities of the modern world.

0 Literature Education

Why Hebrew is showing up in unexpected places — and why that matters

Aviya Kushner in Forward · 6 Jun

The article discusses the increasing appearance of Hebrew in English-language books, highlighting works such as "Unalone" by Jessica Jacobs, "The Safekeep" by Yael Van Der Wouden, and "Fervor" by Toby Lloyd.

0 Literature Jewish Law

Jake Marmer in Tablet · 26 Apr

Jessica Jacobs' poetry collection "Unalone" delves into the Torah portions in Genesis, presenting poetic responses to each, blending interpretive, personal, scholarly, and creative elements.

0 Literature Antisemitism

Jewish Poetry’s Renaissance—and Challenges

Judy Bolton-Fasman in Hadassah · 18 Apr

The organization Yetzirah: A Hearth for Jewish Poetry, founded by poet Jessica Jacobs, provides a supportive space for Jewish poets and writers to explore and showcase their work through poetry readings, networking, and assistance in publishing.

0 Literature Jewish Law

Poem | Kaddish for the Living

Jessica Jacobs in Moment · 26 Jan

In the poem "Kaddish for the Living," the author explores the experience of facing her mother's dementia with both tenderness and grief.

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Something wonderful is happening in the world of Jewish poetry

ALanger in Forward · 4 Aug 2023

The first-ever Yetzirah Poetry Conference brought together more than 50 Jewish poets with the aim of creating a community space and support network for Jewish poetry.