Advertisement

Jews in Persian Music

For hundreds of years, most Persian musicians were Jews.

Ketubot 4

Marriage or mourning?

Should Jews Vote for Bernie?

Last night Bernie Sanders made history as the first Jew to win a primary in a presidential election, soundly defeating ...

Why Passover Is Important

Commemorating the foundational event in Jewish history makes Jews who they are.

The Meaning of Jewish Holidays

Why are Jewish holidays different from all other holidays?

Yevamot 9

No brain in his head.

Jewish DNA Speaks

The field of genetics has been offering up sensational new observations about the historical record of Jewish origins, exile, and migrations.

The Secret Jewish History of Cassoulet

A new book explores the history and connection between cholent and the classic French bean and pork dish.

Old School Birthing

Yesterday’s New York Times profiled the recent rise in home birthing, a concept that started out as the only option ...

Advertisement