richards | July 26, 2017
NEW YORK Families that receive free Jewish children's books from the Massachusetts-based PJ Library say the program has helped them feel more connected to their Jewish communities, with interfaith families especially saying it has spurred them to celebrate Jewish holidays and Shabbat and to learn more about Judaism, a new study found.
admin | July 26, 2017
Opposing Views Debbie Wasserman Schultz's Aide Is Arrested (Photos) Opposing Views Wasserman Schultz introduced a resolution, which passed the House of Representatives and called on the President to declare an annual Jewish American Heritage Month ," notes her webpage on the congressional website.
admin | July 25, 2017
The science around the medical benefits of circumcision in the United States is inconclusive, though the American Academy of Pediatrics notes that it can help prevent some sexually transmitted infections like H.I.V., as well as penile cancer and urinary tract infections. I think there was a time when all American baby boys were circumcised, of all religions, said Rabbi Rick Jacobs, the president of the Union for Reform Judaism, the largest Jewish movement in North America. Now its a choice.
admin | July 25, 2017
For David Schafer, the new managing director of the Maltz Museum of Jewish Heritage in Beachwood, a good exhibit explores a component of the past that causes visitors to think about and discuss its relevance to present day and the future.
richards | July 25, 2017
Of all the books that I read in high school, the one that moved me the most was Anthony Lewis 1964 bestseller Gideons Trumpet, the story of a destitute Florida prisoner, Clarence Earl Gideon, who became an unlikely hero of American jurisprudence. Gideons appeal of his conviction for the robbery of a pool hall led to the landmark 1963 Supreme Court decision, Gideon v
richards | July 24, 2017
Dynamic and diverse performances by world-class artists will be heard at the first American Sephardi Music Festival. Hosted by the American Sephardi Federation and directed by David Serero, the Festival will take place on three days: August 24th, 27th and 28th 2017 at The Center for the Jewish History (15 W 16th Street, New York City). PROGRAM: August 24th: 7pm: GERARD EDERY - Three Religions, Three Faiths 9pm: FRANCOISE ATLAN - An Intimate Evening of Andalusian and Sephardi music August 27th: 1pm: SARAH AROESTE - Ladino Music Transformed from Yesterday to Today 3pm: GERARD EDERY - Treasures of World Song 5pm: NASHAZ - Arabic Jazz Ensemble 7pm: ADAM MAALOUF and the Future Tribe - Where the Ancient meets the Modern 9pm: STEVEN CHERA and the Bob Kaye Trio - A Sephardi on Jazz! August 28th: 7pm: ITAMAR BOROCHOV - Jazz between Middle Eastern Traditions 8:45pm: David Serero - A Sephardi on Opera! Tickets are from $20 to $40
simmons | July 23, 2017
By the President of the United States of America During Jewish American Heritage Month, we celebrate our Nations strong American Jewish heritage, rooted in the ancient faith and traditions of the Jewish people. The small band of Dutch Jews who first immigrated in 1654, seeking refuge and religious liberty, brought with them their families, their religion, and their cherished customs, which they have passed on from generation to generation
richards | July 18, 2017
During a joint appearance Tuesday in Budapest, Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban reassured Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu that he stands with the Jewish state against anti-Semitism. The meeting took place amid concerns that Orban's right-wing government was stoking anti-Semitism. While standing next to Netanyahu on Tuesday, Orban sought to distance himself from comments he made last month in praise of Miklos Horthy, the Hungarian wartime leader and Hitler ally.
simmons | July 17, 2017
In late June, 19 rabbis gathered in New York City for an urgent meeting. It wasnt secret, exactly, but it certainly wasnt public. The Jewish leadersall members of the Conservative movements Rabbinical Assembly, except for twowere there to decide what to do about intermarriage.
simmons | July 15, 2017
While the anti-Semites continue to spin their wheels trying to convince college student governments to adopt meaningless divestment resolutions and persuade rock stars to boycott Israel, the prime ministers of Israel andIndiaare having a lovefest and the worlds most populous democracy is signing contracts with Israel worth billions of dollars. What must be particularly galling to theBDSadvocates is that India was once a vigorous adherent to the Arab League boycott.
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