Jewish Persecution

0 Politics History

Daniel Clarke-Serret in Future of Jewish · 28 Sep

In a passionately charged guest essay, Daniel Clarke-Serret angrily critiques the historical and ongoing global response to Jewish persecution and the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.

0 History Antisemitism

How I Finally Made Sense of My Russian Jewish Identity

Liza Libes in Kveller · 3 Jul

Despite growing up with little connection to her Jewish roots, a woman discovers her Russian Jewish identity through her father's imprisonment for being Jewish in Azerbaijan.

0 Holocaust History

How D-Day saved Europe, and my family, from the Nazis

Gerard Leval in JTA · 5 Jun

The author reflects on the personal significance of the 80th anniversary of D-Day, highlighting how the Allied landing on June 6, 1944, saved their Jewish family in France from Nazi deportation and likely death.

0 History Communities

The Mystery of Jewish Resilience

Sapir · 1 Jun

The text discusses the concept of Jewish resilience throughout history, exploring various perspectives on why Jews have survived despite numerous challenges and adversities.

0 History Holocaust

Robert Einstein’s Suicide

Future of Jewish · 22 Mar

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.

0 Holocaust Politics

Is caste theory the real root of all racism? Hmm

John Nathan in Jewish Chronicle · 12 Mar

The text discusses the idea that caste theory, rather than racism, may be the root of persecution faced by Jews, African Americans, and India's Dalits.

0 Antisemitism Jewish Law

Hunting Jews

Elliott Abrams in Tablet · 11 Mar

The text discusses instances of antisemitism, particularly in the context of legal rulings affecting Jewish practices in Europe.

0 Antisemitism Politics

Germans of WWII and Palestinians of Now

Emes Ve-Emunah · 8 Mar

The text discusses the complicity and indifference of Germans during the Holocaust and draws parallels to the indifference of Palestinians towards Jewish suffering today.

0 History Antisemitism

Jews in America

Emes Ve-Emunah · 29 Feb

Meir Soloveichik, in a comprehensive article in the National Review, discusses the unique place of Jews in America compared to their historical treatment in other countries.

0 Holocaust

The Zone of Interest is the finest Shoah film ever made

David Aaronovitch in Jewish Chronicle · 29 Feb

"The Zone of Interest" is praised as a significant film about the Holocaust for its unique approach.

0 History Antisemitism

Diaspora Identity in the Wake of October 7th

Malka Z. Simkovich in Lehrhaus · 6 Feb

In this article, the author explores the historical context of Jewish suffering and persecution in Alexandria and Judea during the early Common Era, highlighting the similarities between the experiences of Jews in both regions.

0 Israel Antisemitism

Islamophobia is making a dangerous comeback.

Joshua Hoffman in Future of Jewish · 12 Jan

The article discusses the issue of Islamophobia and argues that there are rational reasons to be fearful of Islam and Muslims due to their geopolitical influence and the presence of terrorism.

0 History Holidays

Who Is ‘The Red One’?

Stuart Halpern in Tablet · 7 Dec 2023

"Maoz Tzur," a popular Hanukkah song, recounts Jewish history and expresses longing for the restoration of the Temple in Jerusalem.

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‘The Palestinian Problem Is a Religious Problem’

Sapir · 1 Nov 2023

The author argues that the Palestinian problem is primarily a religious problem, specifically stemming from a jihadist interpretation of Islam.

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France’s Nightmare Is Yours Now

Marc Weitzmann in Tablet · 31 Oct 2023

The author, a French Jew, reflects on the recent rise of anti-Semitism and acts of violence against Jews around the world.

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Pressure from Jewish groups helped stop auction of jewels tied to Nazi fortune

Talya Zax in Forward · 1 Sep 2023

Christie's auction house has canceled the sale of part of a jewelry collection owned by billionaire Heidi Horten, who inherited her husband's fortune made from buying Jewish businesses during the Holocaust.

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Under pressure, Christie’s cancels jewelry sale from estate built on Jewish persecution

LMarkoe in Forward · 31 Aug 2023

Under pressure from Holocaust survivor groups and Jewish community organizations, Christies has canceled future auctions of the Heidi Horten jewelry collection, which was acquired through Jewish persecution.

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Rahm Emanuel says he’s concerned America is returning to ‘ugly’ past of attacks on Jews

Jacob Kornbluh in Forward · 17 Aug 2023

Rahm Emanuel, the U.S. ambassador to Japan, expressed concern about the rise of violent antisemitism in the United States, comparing it to the religious persecution his grandfather faced when he fled pogroms in Eastern Europe over a century ago.

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A List of Communities in Ashkenaz Obliterated by Violence During the Black Death

Abraham David in Tablet · 27 Jul 2023

During the Black Death in the 14th century, the Jewish population in Europe was greatly affected.

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A Dictionary on Trial

Natalie Zemon Davis in Tablet · 14 Mar 2023

This text discusses a trial that took place in 1895, where Nicolae Iorga, a Romanian politician and scholar, was denied naturalization.

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A More Meaningful Way to Remember the Holocaust

Dara Horn in Tablet · 3 Feb 2023

The article discusses the difference between International Holocaust Remembrance Day and Yom HaShoah, the Jewish Holocaust Remembrance Day.

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In 'Leopoldstadt,' Tom Stoppard shows that there's a difference between a Jew of culture and a cultural Jew

PJGrisar in Forward · 3 Oct 2022

"Leopoldstadt," a play by Tom Stoppard, explores the difference between a Jew of culture and a cultural Jew.

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Is ‘Bambi’ about Jewish persecution, Zionism or something else?

noah in Forward · 21 Aug 2022

The article explores the origins and themes of the novel Bambi: A Life in the Woods by Felix Salten and its subsequent adaptation into the Disney film.

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The Holocaust on the Outskirts

Tel Aviv Review · 16 May 2022

In "Night Without End: The Fate of Jews in German-Occupied Poland," Jan Grabowski sheds light on the often overlooked experiences of Jews in rural and provincial areas during the Nazi occupation of Poland.

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In Yemen, antisemitism is rampant even though few Jews actually live there

Forward · 14 Apr 2021

The Houthi militia in Yemen, backed by Iran, has expelled the last remaining Jews from the country, effectively ending over 2,000 years of Jewish history in the region.

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