Tag: Jewish History

"The Zone of Interest" is a film directed by Jonathan Glazer that depicts the lives of the Hss family, who lived in a cottage adjacent to the Auschwitz death camp during the Holocaust.
The video provides corrections, questions, and omissions related to various aspects of WWI history, such as the political affiliations of figures like Churchill, the perspectives of Jewish citizens, and the military roles of Jews in German-occupied Poland.
The Yiddish Book Center in Amherst, Massachusetts has unveiled a new core exhibition called "Yiddish: A Global Culture," which takes a relational approach to history by focusing on the relationships between people and places.
Isaac Arazi, the former president of Lebanons small Jewish community, has died at the age of 80.
Parashat Vayechi concludes with the burial of Joseph in a coffin, symbolizing his dual identity as part of the patriarchal family and Egyptian society.
This article explores five Hebrew sayings that offer insight into the Israeli psyche.
This video explores the history of Chinese food on Christmas, with a special focus on its Jewish connections.
Natalie Zemon Davis, a pioneering historian, passed away recently, leaving behind a legacy of compassionate and sensitive writing on the human dimension of the past.
Rabbi Akiva, born in 50 C.E. in the Land of Israel, was a significant figure in shaping Judaism.
In observance of Asarah b'Tevet, a minor fast day, Jews commemorate the beginning of the Babylonian siege on Jerusalem and the subsequent destruction of the First Temple.
This article provides a list of influential figures to follow in order to gain a better understanding of Israel today.
The Yeshiva University Museum in New York is currently hosting an exhibit on Maimonides, featuring rare artifacts such as a Mishneh Torah signed by Maimonides himself and the 11th-century Torah Ark door from the Ben Ezra Synagogue in Cairo.
The article discusses the concept of "Jewish late bloomers" – individuals who come to embrace their Judaism and Jewish identity later in life than expected.
In 2023, Jewish communal mourning was marked by the passing of influential figures such as tennis player Dick Savitt, composer Burt Bacharach, and actor Richard Belzer.
In this essay, the author reflects on the importance of hope in the Jewish tradition and the current state of the Jewish world.
The Etgar Quiz no. 253 poses questions on various Jewish topics.
The discussion revolves around the question of whether today's Zionism is the same movement that caused many religious Jews to become irreligious.
This article explores the reasons why Jews are divided by politics and religion.
A new museum and cultural center in Yerevan, Armenia is being planned to celebrate the life of Charles Aznavour, the renowned French singer and songwriter.
The article discusses the life of Theodor Herzl, a key figure in the Zionist movement.
This episode delves into Henry Kissinger's youth and legacy through a documentary from the KAJ community, exploring questions of morality.
In this essay, Rabbi Aron Wander explores the historical and moral implications of the Hanukkah story.
"Maoz Tzur" is a popular Hanukkah song that many Jews sing without fully understanding its meaning or central theme.
Several menorahs crafted from materials retrieved from the Oct. 7 attack in Israel have been lit up for Hanukkah, symbolizing light, unity, and the perseverance of the Jewish people.
In this episode, host Avishay Artsy discusses with educators Sarah Ellen Zarrow and Jody Spiegel the topic of Holocaust education in response to the rising antisemitic incidents.