Tag: Liberation

The video delves into the reasons behind Israeli settlements in the West Bank following the 1967 6 Day War, highlighting historical, religious, and political factors at play.
Daniel-Ryan Spaulding utilizes satire to de-indoctrinate views about Israel and the conflict, creating international buzz with his viral videos.
Rabbi Avram Mlotek discusses the increasing harassment faced by Jews in New York City, particularly during the Israeli-Hamas conflict, emphasizing the need for a bold love for fellow Jews amidst political tensions.
This article discusses the challenges faced on college campuses during Passover, focusing on the current crisis in the Middle East and the rise of antisemitism worldwide.
A call for Israel to end the war with Gaza in exchange for the release of Israeli hostages is made in light of the approaching Passover holiday, symbolizing freedom and liberation.
Amidst a challenging year for Israel and rising antisemitism, the celebration of Pesach carries deeper significance as parallels are drawn between historical persecution and current events.
As Passover approaches, the author grapples with celebrating the holiday while hostages remain captive in Gaza for over six months.
This article reflects on the concept of liberation in the Jewish community this year, particularly transitioning from Purim's themes of threats and instability to Pesach's promise of Divine intervention and liberation.
Intersectionality has led to a complex support for Palestine within various social justice movements, such as Black Lives Matter, due to the belief in a social binary dividing oppressed and oppressor groups, the understanding of whiteness as a fluid social construct benefiting those classified as white, and a commitment to solidarity in liberation struggles.
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 Parashah Vaera discusses the significance of the Hebrew word "ruach," meaning breath, wind, and spirit, in relation to our psychological and spiritual well-being.
This article describes the author's personal journey of finding her voice and embracing her rage in response to the rise of antisemitism.
During the countercultural movement of the 1960s, underground comix provided a platform for free expression, but primarily for male artists who often depicted women as sexual objects.
Rare video footage of Jewish Holocaust survivors being liberated from a train leaving Bergen-Belsen concentration camp in 1945 has been found in the U.S. National Archives.
Juneteenth, the federal holiday commemorating the end of slavery in the United States, should not be compared to the Jewish holiday of Passover.
The Metropolitan Museum of Art is currently hosting an exhibit on the life and work of Juan de Pareja, a 17th-century Spanish artist who was formerly enslaved by Diego Velázquez, another prominent artist of the time.
Zionism has both blessed and burdened the Jewish people by liberating them through the establishment of the state of Israel.
This article argues that progressive Jews should reframe their understanding of the plagues in the Passover story.
The use of the term "apartheid" by human rights organizations such as Human Rights Watch and Amnesty International to describe Israeli rule over Palestinians marks a significant shift.
The article tells the story of Robert Clary, a singer and actor who survived the Holocaust and went on to have a successful career in entertainment.
This personal essay reflects on the author's relationship with her mother and her own journey towards finding fulfillment and balance in her life as a Jewish woman.
The author reflects on the story of the Jews who chose not to leave Egypt during the exodus and draws parallels to contemporary issues.
Yakir Englander, a former ultra-orthodox individual, is working to connect his traditional upbringing with a more freeing and expansive vision of Judaism.
The writer reflects on her journey towards self-liberation and self-acceptance following her divorce, particularly in the context of celebrating Pesach without her children and the societal pressure to be liked by everyone.
After surviving Auschwitz and the atrocities of the Holocaust, Tzipora Shapiro felt guilt for being the sole survivor among her family.