A scribe created the volume, now known as the Rothschild Vienna Mahzor, in Vienna 600 years ago. It was recently returned to ...
Historically, the greatest threats to Jewish survival have been antisemitism and assimilation. The first quarter of the 21st century has been a moment when we are facing challenges to Jewish ...
Among the Catholic contributors, there is no unanimity as to the theological significance of Israel. Since 1967, most religiously observant Jews “have slowly become united in affirming a theological ...
From Eve to Ruth, these biblical baby names are timeless, rich in history and meaning, and have lasting appeal.
The Supreme Court has issued a show cause notice to the NCERT director and the school education secretary, asking them to explain why action should not be taken against them over the controversial ...
When rain shut down Dead Sea plans, the Hebrew Music Museum turned a Birthright setback into an unforgettable Jerusalem ...
For more than four decades, Rabbi Hazzan Jeffrey Myers has made a ritual of reinvention, crafting Purim spiels that spoof the biggest names in popular culture with music and wit. While “A Hard Night’s ...
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Two new DC congregations cater to Black Jews

Jews of color continue to face barriers to full inclusion in the Jewish community. Now they are forming their own worship ...
Known as an excellent speaker, perhaps the best on his side of the aisle, Shapiro proves he has a flair for writing.
Eli Sharabi’s memoir “Hostage,” recounting his experience in Hamas captivity after the Oct. 7, 2023 attack, has been named ...
In the early 16th century, on the orders of the Doge, Jews were herded en masse from the centre of Venice to the Ghetto Nuovo ...