Jewish Culture

Jewish Languages 101

What happens when a people has no land of its own?

Modern Hebrew literature got an ideological start in Germany, then found artistic maturity in the East.

Aesthetically pleasing Judaica enhances holiday celebration.

Ladino variations on a classic Passover song.

After their expulsion from Spain in 1492, Sephardic Jews mostly settled in Amsterdam, North Africa and the Middle East.

On "Seinfeld" and other 1990s TV shows, Jewishness became part of the American pop culture landscape.

This popular Jewish phrase of congratulation is a literally a comment on the alignment of the stars.

How a first generation Jewish American became an entertainment legend.

While Judaism isn't famous for grooming star athletes, there's a rich history nonetheless.

The Man of Steel's Jewish roots.

A celebrated American composer, conductor, teacher, and pianist who infused his work with his Jewish heritage

You say "Shabbos," I say "Shabbat."