Jewish Culture

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Chava Alberstein: Multilingual Folkie

In Hebrew, English and Yiddish, this legendary Israeli singer has created an unparalleled body of music.

Rock ‘N’ Roll Jews

The Jewish contribution to the development of rock music

Bob Dylan

Bob Dylan's lyrics never explicitly invoke his Jewish roots, but Jewish influences are never far from the surface.

Elijah & Elisha

Two popular and enigmatic prophets

I.L. Peretz

The contributions of I.L. Peretz to Yiddish literature.

Music and Jewish Prayer

Music in Jewish worship can be high art or popular song, by solo expression or with group participation.

Mendele Mokher Seforim

The writing of Mendele Mokher Seforim offers a realistic and honest portrayal of village life.

Nusah: The Music of Prayer

Traditional musical motifs, called nusah, give each service of Jewish prayer a distinct sound.

Jewish Painters

With the Enlightenment, Jewish painters experienced unprecedented opportunity.

Yaacov Agam

The artist's unique geographical creations have made him a leading pioneer of optic and kinetic art.

Jewish Folk Art

Visual arts are a beautiful way to express religious devotion.

Jewish Art in Medieval & Modern Times

Jewish artists have tended to take on elements of the societies in which the artists lived.

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