Tag: Jewish History
In the 1990s, a significant shift occurred in American Jewish priorities where attention turned from external threats to internal challenges within the community.
"The Commandants Shadow" is a new documentary that delves into the lives of the children of Rudolf Hss, the Nazi commandant of Auschwitz, exploring what they knew about the Holocaust.
In this episode, the discussion revolves around the Baal HaTanya's relocation to Liadi and his decision not to return to Liozna.
Malka Simkovich reviewed Yonatan Adler's book "The Origins of Judaism: An Archeological-Historical Reappraisal" in which Adler argues that Judaism, as we currently understand it, did not exist until the Hasmonean era.
The Israeli comedy show "The Jews Are Coming" aired a sketch addressing intergenerational Jewish trauma following a recent tragic event on October 7.
David Bryfman, CEO of the Jewish Education Project, emphasizes the importance of creating Jewish memory amidst current historic moments, such as Oct. 7 and subsequent events.
The letters to the editor cover various topics of concern within the Jewish community.
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A boy – now 93 – tells his story of incredible survival hiding from the Nazis in the forest
Maxwell Smart, a 93-year-old Holocaust survivor, recounts his harrowing experience of hiding from the Nazis in the forest for a year as a young boy in a new film adaptation based on his book.
Future of Jewish, a digital publication, is on a mission to enhance understanding of Judaism, Israel, and the Jewish world by offering free access to content for people worldwide.
Guernsey, a picturesque island off the coast of Normandy, entices visitors with its beautiful coastline, wildlife, and relaxed atmosphere.
During the period between Passover and Shavuot known as The Omer, marked by counting 49 days, parallels are drawn between historical tragedies and current events, particularly highlighting the plight of hostages in Gaza.
The article discusses the need for a "reset" in American Jewish life, highlighting the importance of honest conversations and self-assessment to adapt to changing needs and challenges.
In this text, the focus is on the story of the Karliner Rebbe, Rav Avraham Elimelech Perlow, who, in May 1939, visited Israel to pray for mercy amidst the impending darkness of the Holocaust.
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France would like to believe that an antisemitic arson attack was an aberration — history says otherwise
The recent antisemitic arson attack at a synagogue in Rouen, France, carried out by an Algerian citizen, has reignited concerns about rising antisemitism in the country.
The podcast delves into the timeline of Resurrection, exploring what happens after the era of the Messiah, the concept of multiple resurrections, and the endpoint when the world can only endure for 6,000 years.
Sarah Schenirer, a significant figure in Jewish education, founded the Bais Yaakov network in Poland over a century ago, providing Orthodox Jewish girls with both religious and secular education.
Future of Jewish, a digital publication, aims to educate and inspire individuals about Judaism, Israel, and the Jewish world, offering free access to all.
Moment Magazine hosted a Zoominar discussing Jimmy Carter's presidency and his advocacy for the Jewish community, shedding light on aspects of his administration that have been overlooked.
This text presents a quiz with questions related to Israel, Jewish history, and culture.
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Nearly 4,000 Jews died at Jungfernhof, a Nazi camp in Latvia. This artist is fighting for a memorial to them.
Karen Frostig, an artist and descendant of Holocaust victims from the Jungfernhof camp in Latvia, has been on a mission to establish a memorial for the nearly 4,000 Jews who perished there, including her grandparents.
This episode discusses the life of Korczak, focusing on his Jewish responses and actions despite his lack of formal Jewish education.
The essay discusses the intersection of antisemitism and anti-Israel sentiment in the aftermath of a significant event, noting a distinction between traditional antisemitism and modern anti-Israelism.
The text discusses the complexity of contemporary antisemitism, focusing on the relationship between traditional antisemitism and anti-Israel sentiment.
Morris Katz, a Polish Holocaust survivor and renowned Borscht Belt entertainer who was known for his unique speed-painting act, is being commemorated in a new exhibit curated by Eddy Portnoy at YIVO Institute for Jewish Research.
The text reflects on the current situation of Jews in Britain, drawing parallels to historical warnings about rising antisemitism.