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Avodah: Vocation, Calling, Service
More than just means to make money, our jobs can be one vehicle for setting the world right.
Thanks When Thanks Are Due
A Midrash on the 10 plagues reminds us to recognize any good that has been done for us.
Symbolic Names
The name Gershom, and the word for Hebrew, Ivri, carry a message about what it means to be Jewish.
Jewish Film 101
Jews played--and continue to play--a pivotal role in the Hollywood movie studios, while Jews and Judaism have appeared in films in different ways and degrees throughout the history of film.
Fiddler on the Roof
Fiddler on the Roof brought the shtetl--along with many memorable characters and unforgettable tunes--to the big screen.
The Jazz Singer
The first "talkie" told the story of a Jewish man seeking his future on Broadway.
Jewish Film in America & Europe
From the days of silent pictures to a recent upsurge in Jewish documentaries, Jewish characters and themes have appeared at an increasing rate in American cinema.