UVA students selected objects for display and crafted museum text for The Fralin Museum of Art’s newest exhibition.
Introduction to Jewish Culture Explores the development and expressions of ... Discusses issues pertaining to secularism and tradition; diasporas and homelands; modernity and questions of identity ...
In many Christian traditions, faith communities outline theological statements that define their beliefs. People choose ...
Religious Practices and Traditions During Hanukkah, Jewish families light the menorah, a nine-branched candelabrum. Each night, one additional candle is lit using the shamash (helper candle ...
With a lot of focus on anti-Semitism in the world today, the term has often been mistaken as exclusive to Jewish people.
The program in Jewish studies at Smith College explores the history, literature, arts, politics, philosophy, culture, religion and languages ... How did Jewish women negotiate religious tradition, ...
“Ashkenazi Jewish food is based out of shtetl mentality ... and it makes me feel proud when others want to share their family traditions and our culture,” says Dell. And for those wondering ...
In the wake of the ongoing war, a worrying trend has emerged in Israel – the large relocation of many of its citizens. According to recent data from Israel’s Central Bureau of Statistics, the ...
Tri-Valley Cultural Jews will host a secular Purim party and potluck lunch in Livermore from 10:30 a.m. to noon on Sunday, March 16.
Growing up, Hanukkah was a holiday that was celebrated with my entire family. I was lucky enough to grow up within 10 minutes of all of my grandparents, and cousins were happy to pay us a visit in ...
Jewish food, Jewish women and Jewish humor will be featured at the annual Farthest North Jewish Film Festival.