Tag: Jewish Tradition

The article discusses the challenges of social fragmentation and disconnection in America due to factors like individualism, economic growth, and digital spaces, leading to anxiety, polarization, and declining social health.
Itamar Moses' play, "The Ally," delves into the complexities of Israel, social justice, and activism on an American college campus.
"Jewish Virtue Ethics" edited by Geoffrey D. Claussen, Alexander Green, and Alan L. Mittleman delves into the history of Jewish thought by bringing together 35 different thinkers and texts from across the Jewish tradition to explore the contested subject of Jewish virtue ethics.
The article discusses various food trends and recipes.
JEWDICIOUS, founded by Michael Golden, started with a broad focus but has since shifted to primarily cover Jewish issues, news events, and personal stories.
Philo of Alexandria, a contemporary of Hillel and Shammai, is a figure in Jewish history whose unique position and enduring relevance deserve attention.
Amid the recent conflict in Israel, a matchmaking trend has emerged, with many people seeking romantic connections and the desire to create families and Jewish babies.
In a podcast episode discussing the power of personal narratives in shaping perspectives, Beth Perkel delves into the story of Jethro, often overlooked in Jewish tradition, highlighted in the Torah portion read recently.
The Conservative/Masorti movement is changing its approach to interfaith marriage, according to a new report issued by the Rabbinical Assembly.
In the TV series "Curb Your Enthusiasm," Larry David's character has embodied various aspects of Jewish identity and humor over 11 seasons, creating quintessential Jewish episodes.
In times of despair, Jewish tradition offers a path to hope, repair, and connection through service.
Debbie Weiss recounts how writing, specifically memoir-writing, became a lifeline after her husband's death, helping her navigate grief, find her voice, and redefine herself as a new character in her own narrative.
"Readjusting Sights" is a comparison between the experiences of two Israeli soldiers, Roi and Haim Sabato, during different wars.
This article explores the role of religious discourse during wartime and criticizes the tendency to idealize and glorify war within religious communities.
In this article, the author discusses how studying the Exodus story in the Torah has provided them comfort and a sense of reclaiming safety in the face of contemporary antisemitism and threats facing Israel and the Jewish people.
The Santa Fe Jewish Cemetery has come up with a creative solution for Jews who are unable to visit the gravesites of their loved ones due to distance or mobility.
Author Taffy Brodesser-Akner, known for her book and limited series Fleishman Is In Trouble, has a new Jewish-themed book called Long Island Compromise coming out in July.
In the wake of recent events, such as the attacks on Israeli Jews by Hamas and the rise of antisemitic incidents around the world, many Jews are feeling a strong emotional response.
Artist Debra Band has created the first fully illustrated Book of Ecclesiastes, or Qohelet, featuring the grandeur of the Alhambra as its central metaphor.
Rabbi Dr. David Ellenson, who recently passed away, had a profound impact on the Jewish community.
This article provides a guide for Jewish viewers looking for movies to watch during the Christmas season.
The tradition of Jews eating Chinese food on Christmas is a well-known phenomenon.
A 2021 Pew study highlighted the decline of religiosity within American Jewry, particularly among young adults who view their Judaism as purely ethnic or cultural.
The author describes their experience of starting their day under the shadow of a bomb threat to their synagogue.
This article explores the contrasting experiences of pregnancy as both a miraculous and catastrophic event.