Join us for a personal exploration of the Arab Jewish exodus through the eyes of one of the 850,000 Arab Jewish refugees. We are delighted to offer this class for free. But to ensure we can keep making Jewish education accessible at no charge, will you make the suggested donation of $36 (or more, if […]
From Exile to Embrace: The Exodus of Jews from Arab Lands Read More »
Jonah Platt shares his inspiration for a new podcast exploring Jewish identity, challenging stereotypes & amplifying diverse Jewish voices. We are delighted to offer this class for free. But to ensure we can keep making Jewish education accessible at no charge, will you make the suggested donation of $36 (or more, if you are so
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Join the author of What Jewish Looks Like in a conversation about the rich tapestry of Jewish diversity and identity. Too many Jews have been told: “You don’t look Jewish!” It begs the question, “What does Jewish look like?” Well, there are over fifteen million Jews in the world, which means there are more than
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Explore the shifting pillars of American Jewish identity with Joshua Leifer as he explores history, politics, and the future of Jewish life. Join author Joshua Leifer and AJU’s Rabbi Bradley Shavit Artson in an exploration of the changing landscape of American Jewish identity in Leifer’s new book, Tablets Shattered. Leifer examines the decline of Americanism,
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Rabbi Jonathan Leener will explore the nature of Judaism’s mission through the laws and themes of Chanukkah. What is the Jewish mission: adding light or destroying evil? In this class we will explore the nature of Judaism’s mission through Rabbi Jonathan Leener the laws and themes of Chanukkah. Taught by Pardes Faculty Fellow, we will
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Amy Spitalnick discusses interconnection of antisemitism and democracy and the urgency of building alliances to protect Jewish communities. Since October 7th, the surge in antisemitism has raised important questions about how to effectively protect Jewish safety in a way that resonates with non-Jewish communities and strengthens democracy. Join Amy Spitalnick, CEO of the Jewish Council for
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Join Zibby Owens and Rabbi Sherre Hirsch for a discussion on Jewish joy, resilience, and identity after the October 7 attacks. Rekindle Jewish joy, reminisce on your favorite Jewish dishes, and celebrate our resilience in a powerful collection of essays from 75 prominent authors, advocates, and public figures. Join bestselling author and podcaster Zibby Owens
Unbreakable Bonds: Reflections on Jewish Joy and Suffering Read More »
Rabbi Yitz Greenberg and Michael Berenbaum explore our relationship with God, tikkun olam, and Judaism’s vision for the future. Join Rabbi Irving (Yitz) Greenberg in conversation with AJU’s Michael Berenbaum as they explore key themes from The Triumph of Life, Rabbi Greenberg’s magnum opus and the Natan Fund’s 2024 Natan Prize Winner. The book examines
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AJU and MEF scholars investigate Qatar’s establishment of Western proxies and its financial support for Western Islamist groups. This is part 6 of 6 in our series in collaboration with the Middle East Forum. AJU’s President Jeffrey Herbst and MEF’s Benjamin Baird and Sam Westrop investigate Qatar’s Influence in the West. They will take a
Red, Green, and Blue: Qatar’s Financial Influence in the West Read More »
Learn how social media is used by Islamist groups in the Middle East and the counter-terrorism strategies employed to combat these efforts. This is Part 5 of 6 in our series in collaboration with the Middle East Forum. AJU’s President Jeffrey Herbst, Arcane International’s Majd Bader, and journalist/social media influencer Emily Austin will come together
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