Tag: Jewish History

The essay discusses the historical acceptance of Jews among Protestants, the risks Jews face amid societal changes, and the issue of assimilation in America.
This YouTube video explores the history of the Jews in Israel from 135 to 1880, as part two of a lecture series delivered in Vancouver.
This episode delves into the challenges and limitations of education, exploring the ideal of education and how an ideally educated person perceives themselves.
The video invites channel members to submit questions for a livestream discussion, with recommendations for further reading and information on online courses available.
The Etgar Quiz no 265 tests knowledge on Jewish topics such as the destruction of the Second Bet Hamikdash by the Romans, Israel's second Prime Minister (Moshe Sharet), the significance of tzitzit in relation to keeping all the mitzvot, the concluding prayer of a service (Aleinu), which animals might be kosher (locust), and the number of sedarim in the Mishnah (six).
"Hulu's 'We Were the Lucky Ones' shifts the focus to Jewish protagonists in a Holocaust narrative, deviating from the common portrayal of non-Jewish heroes in such stories. Showrunner Erica Lipez, along with director Thomas Kail and author Georgia Hunter, aimed to center the Jewish experience by highlighting the Kurc family's survival through luck and ingenuity during World War II. The series, praised for its Jewish representation and authenticity, features a predominantly Jewish cast and portrays holiday scenes with emotional accuracy. By showcasing a different narrative of survival outside concentration camps, the show challenges preconceptions around Holocaust tales, emphasizing the varied experiences of Jewish survivors. Through its portrayal of complex heroism and themes of strength, resistance, and luck, 'We Were the Lucky Ones' offers a poignant and meaningful reflection on Jewish history and triumph in the face of tragedy."
Aaron David Gordon, a figure from a previous century, is reconsidered in contemporary times by Tel Aviv University professor Yuval Jobani in a new book.
The AJS Critical Sources Podcast, a new addition to the Adventures in Jewish Studies lineup, features Jewish studies scholars delving into significant sources that resonate with them.
The National Holocaust Museum has opened in Amsterdam, almost 80 years after the Netherlands was liberated from German occupation.
Exploring the historical reasons behind why modern-day Israel was previously called Palestine and its inhabitants referred to as Palestinians, including Jews.
The essay, written by Michael Oren, a former Israeli ambassador to the United States, discusses the feeling of loneliness experienced by many Jews in the face of global condemnation, particularly during conflicts involving Israel.
Robert Einstein, a cousin of Albert Einstein, faced tragedy during World War II when his family was brutally murdered by Nazis at their villa in Italy.
The Israeli military is investigating after reservist soldiers shot and killed David Ben Avraham, a Palestinian who converted to Judaism to honor his grandfather for rescuing Jews during the 1929 Hebron riots.
The article explores the midrashic interpretation of King Ahasuerus wearing the Jewish priestly garments during his banquet in the Book of Esther.
The text explores the theme of intergenerational trauma stemming from the Holocaust and its impact on descendants, as seen in recent works of fiction like Courtney Sender's short stories and Ruth Rakoff's novel.
Exploring a potential mention of radio waves in the Talmud leads to a discussion on gremlins in this episode of Parshah Rabbit Hole, touching on a Purim Technical Support Hotline and the history of telephone broadcasts of the Lubavitcher Rebbe's talks.
Franklin Foer, a writer for The Atlantic, discusses rising antisemitism affecting American Jews from both the left and the right in his article "The Golden Age of American Jews Is Ending."
Andrés Spokoiny spoke at the JFN 2024 addressing the profound loss and grief following recent tragedies, emphasizing the inadequacy of the phrase "rest in peace" for the vibrant lives lost.
Catharine Beecher, in 1829, used the story of Queen Esther from the Purim narrative as a model for advocating for Native Americans.
The text discusses R' Avrohom Kalisker's role in establishing the Ashkenazi community in Israel and his initial attack on R' Shnuer Zalman, which was part of a larger debate on how Chassidim should focus on their spiritual endeavors.
The New York Public Library's Jewish Division, Dorot, has digitized select materials from its archives as part of its 125th-anniversary celebration, showcasing 800 years of Jewish history.
The evolution of Holocaust literature spans three generations, from survivors (1G) to their children (2G) and now their grandchildren (3G).
Elie Wiesel reflects on the courage and tragedy of the young Jewish fighters in the Warsaw ghetto uprising, highlighting their isolation and the world's indifference to their struggle.
In a "Readers Mailbag" for Purim, various individuals write to historians Dovi & Yehuda about historical and contemporary Jewish matters.
The text is a critical letter addressed to U.S. President Joe Biden, expressing dissatisfaction with his administration's approach to Israel and Jewish-related issues.