For professor and writer Melisa Cahnmann-Taylor, reclaiming German citizenship almost 90 years after her grandfather fled Munich has helped her come to terms with her family’s past.
- Being JewishI Forgive a Country
For professor and writer Melisa Cahnmann-Taylor, reclaiming German citizenship almost 90 years after her grandfather fled Munich has helped her come to terms with her
Being JewishThe Last Generation of Holocaust SurvivorsFive women who survived the Shoah as children share their harrowing stories, their resilience and their fear that ‘history is repeating itself.’
Five women who survived the Shoah as children share their harrowing stories, their resilience and their fear that ‘history is repeating itself.’
Books‘On Being Jewish Now’ at Full Volume‘I am a Jewish author who refuses to remain silent. ‘Loud and proud’ is the new ‘Never again.’
‘I am a Jewish author who refuses to remain silent. ‘Loud and proud’ is the new ‘Never again.’
Being JewishRamping up—and Rethinking— Israel EducationJewish day schools in the United States tackle the impact of October 7 in the classroom.
Jewish day schools in the United States tackle the impact of October 7 in the classroom.
Being Jewish‘Let There Be Light’ Feels More Urgent Than Ever‘I can’t think of a declaration more intrepid or poignant for the first painful anniversary of October 7,’ writes Abigail Pogrebin.
‘I can’t think of a declaration more intrepid or poignant for the first painful anniversary of October 7,’ writes Abigail Pogrebin.
Being JewishTime for a Reassessment Among Jewish Americans“If antisemitism is a fact, then what can we do about it?,” Rabbi Diana Fresko writes. “Historically, there are three options: Stay and fight, leave and rebuild, or do nothing.”
“If antisemitism is a fact, then what can we do about it?,” Rabbi Diana Fresko writes. “Historically, there are three options: Stay and fight, leave
Being JewishIsrael’s Other Secret WeaponIsrael’s secret weapon, Golda Meir once said, is that “we have no place else to go.” But there’s another tool in our arsenal: community.
Israel’s secret weapon, Golda Meir once said, is that “we have no place else to go.” But there’s another tool in our arsenal: community.
The Relevance of Celebrating Tu B’ShevatFor those of us who live in the northern hemisphere, the Jewish arbor day falls during the depths of winter, making the holiday seem misplaced.Learning To Take a ‘Soulfie’ at Hanukkahby Naomi LevyHanukkah is a perfect time to access the light within—to take a 'soulfie.'Heeding the Wake-up Call of Our TraditionThe shofar serves as a prompt to heal our hearts.Embracing Simhat Torah—AgainA serendipitous visit to an aging synagogue helped one woman recover the joy of the holiday.On Tisha B’Av, Remembering Divisions That Destroyby Noah EfronIn Israel and the United States, the greatest threat Jews face is the tendency to create divisions and look at brothers and sisters as others.Reform Judaism 101—Onlineby Amy KleinThis spring, the Union for Reform Judaism launched its first online Introduction to Judaism course, a 21-week class. The next session will begin in the fall.‘Needlework Is Tactile Prayer’by Libby BarneaExpressing Jewish thought and belief through weaving, quilting, crocheting and other needle arts is the motivational heart of the Pomegranate Guild of Judaic Needlework.Q&A with Mayim BialikThe popular television actress and neuroscientist talks about her latest book, parenting and celebrating Jewish holidays like Passover as a vegan.Footer Menu Column 2
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