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Auschwitz Violins and the Jewish State

Jewish World

Auschwitz Violins and the Jewish State

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Those violins that found their way from Auschwitz to Israel give voice to the Jewish people’s hope for returning home.

These Photos Were Not Approved by the Nazis

Jewish World

These Photos Were Not Approved by the Nazis

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Five photos from Henryk Ross Lodz Ghetto Collection.

9 Facts about Jews and Egypt

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9 Facts about Jews and Egypt

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Jews’ turbulent relationship with Egypt over thousands of years.

If I Forget You, Jerusalem

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If I Forget You, Jerusalem

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An inspiring music video celebrating Jerusalem in all its beauty.

Conflict of Cultures: Passover vs. Palestinian Children’s Day

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Conflict of Cultures: Passover vs. Palestinian Children’s Day

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Both holidays focus on children. One celebrates life, the other celebrates death.

Passover: I’m in Love with the Taste of You

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Passover: I’m in Love with the Taste of You

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An epic Passover mashup celebrating freedom throughout history.

Why Isn’t There a Palestinian State?

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Why Isn’t There a Palestinian State?

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Is it the fault of Israel? Of the Palestinians? Of both parties? David Brog, Executive Director of the Maccabee Task Force, shares the surprising answers.

Why Are Jews a Small Nation?

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Why Are Jews a Small Nation?

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Given its tiny numbers, according to the normal laws of history, the Jewish people should have disappeared through persecution or assimilation.

Jewish Self Hatred

Rabbi Benjamin Blech

Jewish Self Hatred

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Why are some Jews the worst enemies of the Jewish people?

Bagels: A Surprising Jewish History

Jewish World

Bagels: A Surprising Jewish History

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The history of bagels gives a window to Jewish history and fortunes over the past 800 years.

Bravo, Ambassador Haley!

Middle East

Bravo, Ambassador Haley!

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America’s new UN ambassador is courageously rattling the organization’s rampant anti-Israel bias.

10 Pearls of Jewish Wisdom

Jewish World

10 Pearls of Jewish Wisdom

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The more time goes by, the more impressed I am by their astuteness and scope.

In Memory of Adam Krief

Jewish World

In Memory of Adam Krief

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During his arduous battle, he united the Jewish people through his life, and sadly through his death.

Iran’s Distortion of Jewish History

Jewish World

Iran’s Distortion of Jewish History

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Iran’s Foreign Minister reminds Jews why it’s important to know Jewish history.

Am Yisrael Chai: A Stunning Music Video

Jewish World

Am Yisrael Chai: A Stunning Music Video

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The story of Jewish perseverance like you’ve never seen it before.

Unmasking Our Jewish Identity

Rabbi Benjamin Blech

Unmasking Our Jewish Identity

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Purim’s message for confronting today’s anti-Semitism.

Hidden Figures: Jewish Refugees Fighting for Civil Rights

Jewish World

Hidden Figures: Jewish Refugees Fighting for Civil Rights

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Many Jewish academics who fled Nazi Europe mentored African American students in the United States.

Purim Teaches Us How to Respond to Anti-Semitism

Jewish World

Purim Teaches Us How to Respond to Anti-Semitism

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Bond in unity and stand up as proud Jews.

The United States of Hate

Jewish World

The United States of Hate

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How to respond to the rise of anti-Semitism in the United States.

Why the BDS Campaign against Israel is Dangerously Wrong

Middle East

Why the BDS Campaign against Israel is Dangerously Wrong

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Beneath the surface it's an attempt to delegtimize Israel as a prelude to its elimination.

Eyeless in Gaza

Media Objectivity

Eyeless in Gaza

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A new documentary shows how the media caved in to Hamas’ intimidation and distorted its reporting about the Gaza war.

Why I Left Germany

Jewish World

Why I Left Germany

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Once I opened my eyes, the alarming signs of rising anti-Semitism were everywhere.

Jews and Syria: 11 Fascinating Facts

Jewish World

Jews and Syria: 11 Fascinating Facts

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Syria's once vibrant Jewish community goes back thousands of years.

Agnes Keleti: Israel’s Trailblazing Olympic Champion

Jewish World

Agnes Keleti: Israel’s Trailblazing Olympic Champion

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The Holocaust survivor, one of the greatest gymnasts in history is being honored with the Israel Prize.

Know These Facts about Israel

Middle East

Know These Facts about Israel

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Israel's public relations: the Problem and the solution.

Steven Spielberg's Mother Shone Her Own Light

Jewish World

Steven Spielberg's Mother Shone Her Own Light

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Leah Adler passes away at age 97.

Finally, A UN Reality Check

Middle East

Finally, A UN Reality Check

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Nikki Haley, the new U.S. ambassador to the UN, blasts the organization’s anti-Israel bias.

The Rabbi and the Israeli Taxi Driver

Jewish World

The Rabbi and the Israeli Taxi Driver

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What is the secret of Jewish unity?

What Do You Love about Jerusalem?

Jewish World

What Do You Love about Jerusalem?

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Be part of Aish.com’s short video celebrating the 50th anniversary of Jerusalem’s reunification!

Jews and Native Americans: 7 Fascinating Facts

Jewish World

Jews and Native Americans: 7 Fascinating Facts

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Like Julis Meyer, aka Box-Ka-Re-Sha-Hash-Ta-Ka, which means “Curly Haired White Chief Who Speaks with One Tongue.”

The Non-Jew who Saved My Father from the Nazis

Jewish World

The Non-Jew who Saved My Father from the Nazis

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How one act of kindness triggered never-ending reverberations that are still being felt today.

Jews and Chocolate: 9 Little Known Facts

Jewish World

Jews and Chocolate: 9 Little Known Facts

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Plus a traditional Jewish chocolate recipe.

Christopher Columbus, Secret Jew

Jewish World

Christopher Columbus, Secret Jew

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What is the evidence that Columbus was a Jew?

The Power of the Wheel

Jewish World

The Power of the Wheel

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By embracing our unity we can tap into the power of our complex diversity and individuality.

From Egyptian Muslim to Defender of Israel

Jewish World

From Egyptian Muslim to Defender of Israel

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Hussein Aboubakr Mansour’s harrowing journey from oppression to freedom.

An Open Door: Amazing Story of Jewish Rescue in the Philippines

Jewish World

An Open Door: Amazing Story of Jewish Rescue in the Philippines

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When the world closed its doors to refugees, President Manuel Quezon saved 1200 Jews fleeing Nazi Germany.

Distorting the Holocaust

Rabbi Benjamin Blech

Distorting the Holocaust

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The de-Judaization of the Holocaust renders it devoid of its major message.

Jewish Dad Saves Teen’s Life

Jewish World

Jewish Dad Saves Teen’s Life

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Coach Steven Greenberg’s quick actions saved the life of a visiting player who suddenly collapsed and was unresponsive.

Steven Spielberg’s Jewish Roots

Jewish World

Steven Spielberg’s Jewish Roots

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“Because I am proud of being Jewish, I am worried by the growing anti-Semitism and anti-Zionism in the world.”

Deeper Meaning of 9 Common Jewish Words

Jewish World

Deeper Meaning of 9 Common Jewish Words

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Do you know the origins of these Jewish terms?

Remembering Under the Clouds of Anti-Semitism

Jewish World

Remembering Under the Clouds of Anti-Semitism

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This year Holocaust Remembrance Day observances are mired in controversy in a number of European countries.

Let Us Remember

Jewish World

Let Us Remember

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On International Holocaust Remembrance Day

Fake News and Israel

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Fake News and Israel

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No headline seems too far-fetched when it comes to spreading false news stories about Israel.

Bomb Threats Targeting Jewish Organizations

Jewish World

Bomb Threats Targeting Jewish Organizations

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Despite the fear, parents are keeping their kids in Jewish schools and standing up to evil.

Who Are the Jews?: A Psychologist’s Response

Jewish World

Who Are the Jews?: A Psychologist’s Response

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Jews are the most rewarded and most punished people in the history of the world.

Jews and the Circus: 7 Fascinating Facts

Jewish World

Jews and the Circus: 7 Fascinating Facts

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Did you know that Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus is owned by a Jewish family?

Robert Kennedy’s Daughter on Israel

Middle East

Robert Kennedy’s Daughter on Israel

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Building a country of courage, democracy and values.

When Your Husband Becomes Ill

Jewish World

When Your Husband Becomes Ill

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Suddenly I woke up on a different planet.

Uncovering Jewish History in Vilna

Jewish World

Uncovering Jewish History in Vilna

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Cutting edge technology is unearthing fascinating new evidence regarding the Jews of Vilna.

Countering Hate in Montana

Jewish World

Countering Hate in Montana

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Neo-Nazis are planning a march against Jews in a small Montana town. Here's what you can do about it.

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