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Jewish American Life

American-Jewish history and culture.

The Brownsville Public School Boycott of 1905

The Jews of Brownsville, Brooklyn, fought back when a principal at a public school taught about sectarian views.

Who Could Karaites Marry?

How Karaite law dictated who was considered "marriageable."

11 Best Jewish Bakeries in the US

Where to find the best challah, babka and rye from coast to coast.

10 Holocaust Books You Should Read

Though not as well known as Anne Frank's diary or Elie Wiesel's works, these texts will increase your understanding of the Shoah.

I Wasn’t Asking For Your Opinion.

Over 18 ½ years ago I was chosen to be the first Congregational Intern at the Hebrew Institute of Riverdale. ...

Why I Enrolled in Yeshivat Maharat, the Orthodox Seminary for Women Clergy

A couple of nights ago, my family and I went to see “Finding Dory.“ In this charming sequel to “Finding Nemo,” the ...

What Happened to Moses on Mount Sinai

Moses was changed internally and externally by his experience on Mount Sinai.

Anna Sokolow: Dancer and Choreographer

An American Jewish artist with an international legacy.

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