Jewish history
Does history repeat itself? Recognizing the potential danger of modern antisemitism - opinion
It seems that when the term antisemitism is replaced by anti-Zionism, in a twisted manner, legitimacy is achieved globally.
A new exhibit honors writer Lore Segal, a child survivor and lifelong skeptic of easy truths
This week in Jewish history: Nobel prize winners, biochemists, and the Baba Sali
The high price of not listening: What Pharaoh teaches us about power and humility
Surviving beyond tragedy: How Holocaust survivors inspire continuity, resilience - opinion
On Holocaust Remembrance Day, I bow my head in remembrance of the dead, but I also look to the future.
A journey through Seder night: A time machine of Jewish memory - opinion
From ancient Egypt to now: A look at Jewish seder nights through the ages.
Kazakhstan textbooks promote tolerance, respect for Judaism, Israel - IMPACT report finds
Kazakhstan's school curriculum offers a largely positive portrayal of Judaism and Jewish history and, in many cases, a balanced approach to the Arab-Israeli conflict.
Life lessons: My Passover in Soviet unfreedom - opinion
The history of Soviet Jewish refuseniks demonstrates Jewish resilience throughout the generations.
The Indian Jewish journey to Israel: A story of return, not invasion - opinion
For the Jews of India, Israel was not viewed as a foreign land to colonize but rather as the ancient homeland of the Jewish people.
'Embracing Exile': Defending Jewish Diaspora as source of identity, prosperity, pride - review
In his book Embracing Exile: The Case for Jewish Diaspora, David Kraemer seeks to provide a “fuller picture” of issues related to Jewish identity, place, and home.
This week in Jewish history: Nebi Musa riots, death of Reb Aryeh Levin
A highly abridged weekly version of Dust & Stars.
My Word: A Passover lesson to be learned - opinion
We are commanded to tell the children the story of the Exodus as if it happened to each of us personally. It is the ultimate teachable moment.
Why Judaism warns against unanimous decisions in government - opinion
A decision made unanimously by a large group and which determines a person’s future is guided by external considerations rather than by the merits of the matter at hand.
This week in Jewish history: Birth of Hebrew University
A highly abridged weekly version of Dust & Stars.
