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Shai Agnon: A Mystery Wrapped Up in an Enigma

Truth is sometimes indistinguishable from fiction.

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?

Jewish Art: A Brief History

Contrary to popular perception, Jewish art dates back to Biblical times.

Synagogue Music in the Modern Era

Changes are taking place in the leadership, participation, melodies, and instruments that are found in the synagogue.

Hasidism’s Many Critics: Mitnagdim and Maskilim

Traditionalists as well as modernists opposed Hasidism on social, theological and cultural grounds.

False Messiahs

What prompted Jewish messianic zeal in the 16th and 17th centuries?

Early Modern Jewish History

When did the modern era begin for Jews?

Jewish Communities Grow

Jewish communities from Boston to Berlin are growing and succeeding despite facing challenges.

A Rabbi’s Journey to Humanistic Judaism

Seeking to resolve questions and doubts, the author is led to the Secular Humanist Jewish rabbinate.

European Jewish Literature

The writings of Ashkenazic Jewry spans several languages and centuries.

Ladino Literature Revival

The magic and zest of Ladino---the Judeo-Spanish Dialect--enliven the novels of Rosa Nissan.

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