Tag: Religious History

In the town of Len in Spain during Holy Week, locals celebrate with a traditional cocktail called limonada, jokingly referred to as "Kill Jews," a phrase rooted in a historical incident of violence against Jews in the 15th century.
Dr. Yaakov Elman, who recently passed away, is remembered by Mahnaz Moazami for his significant contributions to the academic field of Irano-Talmudica, where he explored the connections between Rabbinic and Iranian cultures.
Evangelicals, including Paula White and other pastors, draw parallels between Queen Esther's story and Donald Trump, viewing both as figures raised up by God for specific times.
Jonathan Sacks, former Chief Rabbi of Great Britain, delves into the topic of religion and violence in his book "Not in God's Name: Confronting Religious Violence."