Tag: Yiddish Language

I.L. Peretz, a renowned Yiddish writer, was known for his provocative and sophisticated stories that often challenge moral expectations.
The author reflects on her childhood experiences with Yiddish, hearing it spoken by her grandparents but feeling disconnected from it.
The modern Yiddish theater had an accidental rise in the late 19th century, starting in Odessa.
The article discusses the recent Pew Research Center report on American Jewish identity and criticizes its omission of Yiddish.
The podcast discusses Israel's 73rd year of independence, mentioning the political deadlock in the country with Netanyahu having the presidential mandate but not a coalition or government.
The article discusses a short novel by Sholem Aleichem called Moshkeleh Ganev, which was largely forgotten despite being published in 1903 and serialized in a Warsaw Yiddish daily.
The Yiddish community in Melbourne, Australia has thrived during the COVID-19 pandemic, with the Kadimah Yiddish Theatre creating Shakespeare monologues in Yiddish and Yiddish language classes seeing increased attendance.
In a Russian shtetl during the mid-1800s, a man claiming to be a Jewish soldier named Dovid returns after 25 years in the czarist army, seeking his family.
The Fall 2020 issue of Letters from the Jewish Review of Books features a variety of reader responses to various articles.
Mamaliga, a traditional Romanian dish, has been enjoyed by both Jews and non-Jews in the country.
The discussion delves into the recent developments in the world of Yiddish literature, focusing on Arun Viswanath's translation of Harry Potter into Yiddish and Troim Katz Handler's new collection of erotic poetry, "Simkhe II."
The author reflects on their changing perception of Yiddish, initially viewed with disdain due to family attitudes and societal influences, before discovering a newfound appreciation for the language through exploring Eastern European folk music.
The article discusses the use of the Yiddish word "Oy" in advertisements for the 10th season of "Curb Your Enthusiasm."
The article tells the love story of Harry Korniarski and Ester Gelman Leichner, whose meeting in New Orleans was facilitated by The Forward, a Yiddish newspaper.
"Queer Yiddishkeit" explores the intersection of queerness and Yiddish culture, particularly in the context of Golden Era Yiddish films like The Dybbuk, where queer narratives are subtly embedded.
In this episode of The Book of Schmutz, the hosts interview Jackie Hoffman, who plays Yenta in a Yiddish production of Fiddler on the Roof, and Motl Didner, the associate artistic director of the National Yiddish Theatre Folksbiene.
The article discusses the Jewish history of pancakes, focusing on latkes - potato pancakes fried in oil, traditionally eaten on Hanukkah to commemorate the miracle of the Hanukkah menorah.
The essay reflects on the author’s childhood discovery of Isaac Babel's works, which became the first Jewish language they could relate to, spurring thoughts on identity and language.
Renowned Israeli painter Yosl Bergner, son of prolific Yiddish poet Melekh Ravitch, is celebrated for his artistic talent and family legacy.
Shavuot is likened to Jewish Mother-in-Laws Day as it celebrates the story of Ruth, the first convert to Judaism, who chose to stay with her mother-in-law, Naomi, showcasing acceptance into both faith and family.
Nathan Birnbaum, often forgotten in the history of Zionism, played a significant role in the early movement.
This poem reflects on the legacy of Holocaust survivors, exploring themes of identity, faith, and intergenerational trauma.
The text discusses the challenges and intricacies of translating the works of Yiddish writer Chaim Grade, highlighting the need for knowledge of Yiddish, English, Hebrew, and Jewish culture.
The New Yiddish Repertory presented Jacob Adler's historic Yiddish adaptation of Shakespeare's "The Merchant of Venice" at the Center for Jewish History, with Nahma Sandrow discussing Shylock's portrayal.
The article discusses various honors and awards in the Jewish community, such as the Janusz Korczak Teaching Award given to individuals like Lolle Boettcher and the Moriah School.