Jewish Culture
May You Live Until 120
A distinctly Jewish wish for a long life connects everyday conversation to Moses, the Talmud and centuries of rabbinic commentary.
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Jewish Music
Shlomo Artzi Music
There is a deep cultural significance in the music of Shlomo Artzi. It has brought joy even in the most difficult times. Learn more about this iconic Israeli artist and his career, which spans over half a century.
Jewish Culture
Betar: The Return of Jabotinsky in Modern Jewish Culture
Matisyahu wearing a Betar shirt is the manifestation of a significant vibe shift in American Jewish culture. A closer look at the movement, its history and its reappearance in contemporary Jewish life.
Jewish History
The Historic Mikvé Israel-Emanuel Synagogue in Curaçao
The oldest synagogue in continuous use in the Western Hemisphere has sand floors and sits on a Caribbean island with centuries of Jewish history.
Jewish History
Chestnut Street Jewish Cemetery in Downtown Cincinnati, Ohio
The oldest Jewish cemetery west of the Allegheny Mountains became the first lasting communal marker of Jewish life in Cincinnati more than two centuries ago.
Hebrew Language
Learning Hebrew: Tips and Flashcard Tricks for Kids
A practical approach to teaching Hebrew letters and vowels while avoiding the complications of transliteration and dialect differences.