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Jewish Art 101

An introduction to Jewish visual arts from Bezalel to the 21st century.

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.

Jewish Art in the Ancient World

As far back as the biblical period, art has been created and valued in Jewish communities.

Israeli Art

Part of what makes the art scene in Israel so unique is that the country blends so many varying influences from all over the Jewish world.

Israeli Visual Arts: Where East Meets West

Visual arts in Israel predate the country's independence yet play a defining role in the country's identity as a nation.

What Is Secular Humanistic Judaism?

This "fifth denomination," founded in the 1960s by a Reform-ordained rabbi, describes itself as humanistic rather than atheistic.

Shai Agnon: A Mystery Wrapped Up in an Enigma

Truth is sometimes indistinguishable from fiction.

Jewish Music 101

Music has been a part of Jewish life since biblical times, and remains integral to Jewish religious and cultural experiences.

Overview: History & Theory of Jewish Art

While the work of great Jewish artists continues to inspire generations, the concept of Jewish art remains a problematic one. The nagging question is, What makes Jewish art Jewish?

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