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Tag: Protestant Reformation

0 Culture History

Why Rachel Is Such a Popular Name

Lior Zaltzman in Kveller · 4 Jan

Rachel is a popular name in the Jewish community, and January 4 is celebrated as National Rachel Day.

0 Art Philosophy

In the Shadow of God: The Mishkan’s “Constructive” Theology

Ranana Dine in Lehrhaus · 5 Mar 2018

The article explores the intersection of art, divinity, and theology through the lens of Betzalel's divine inspiration in constructing the Mishkan as described in the Torah.

0 History Literature

Bad to the Bone: Episode 112

Unorthodox · 16 Nov 2017

This episode of Unorthodox features Eddy Portnoy, a senior researcher at the YIVO Institute for Jewish Research, discussing his book "Bad Rabbi: And Other Strange but True Stories from the Yiddish Press."

0 Culture History

Bad to the Bone: Episode 112

Unorthodox · 16 Nov 2017

This episode of Unorthodox features Eddy Portnoy discussing his book "Bad Rabbi," which explores the colorful personalities and stories from the Yiddish press that are often neglected in mainstream Jewish history.

0 History Antisemitism

When Martin Luther Accused The Jews Of Eating Satan’s S—-

Forward · 31 Oct 2017

Five hundred years ago, Martin Luther spearheaded the Protestant Reformation with criticisms against the Roman Catholic church, yet his views on Jews turned deeply anti-Semitic over time.

0 Antisemitism History

How Nazis Used Martin Luther’s Virulent Anti-Semitism

Forward · 20 Oct 2017

A museum exhibition in Berlin sheds light on how the Nazis manipulated Martin Luther's anti-Semitic writings to advance their agenda, particularly showcasing his work "On The Jews And Their Lies."

0 History Antisemitism

The Three Faces of Esther

Matthew Abelson in Tablet · 10 Mar 2017

The Book of Esther has different versions in Jewish, Catholic, Eastern Orthodox, and Protestant scriptures, impacting the portrayal of God's presence and the themes of human initiative and assimilation.

0 Antisemitism History

Norway Church Condemns Martin Luther’s Anti-Semitism

Forward · 28 Nov 2016

The Church of Norway, part of Lutheranism, has denounced its founder Martin Luther for his anti-Semitic writings in light of the 500-year anniversary of the Protestant Reformation.

0 Antisemitism History

German Protestant Church Denounces Anti-Semitism of Founder Martin Luther

Forward · 13 Nov 2015

The Evangelical Church in Germany, consisting of Lutheran, Reformed, and United churches, has officially distanced itself from the anti-Semitic views of its founder, Martin Luther.

0 History Antisemitism

Glenn Dynner in Jewish Review of Books · 27 Feb 2013

The text discusses the historical accusations of host desecration against Jews, particularly in post-Reformation Poland.