Articles related to "Jewish Culture"

Jonathan Deutsch and Rachel Saks explore the complex universe of American Jewish cuisine in the latest volume of the Food Cultures in America series by Greenwood Press.

Jewish baby naming traditions have a good deal of cultural importance. Here's a short history of how Jewish baby names are chosen.

Jews have had some of the oddest and most complicated stereotypes pitted against them. And these prejudices fuel anti-semitism.

Learning Hebrew well enough to use a Hebrew English dictionary or read ancient Jewish prayers may seem challenging for a non-speaker, but the process has its rewards.

She sang Irving Berlin's prayerful "God Bless America" for the first time on her radio show in 1938 and it became an overnight sensation, and is still sung to this day.

The Jews (Israelites) are among the most ancient races with a well-recorded history and a number of festivals celebrated since thousands of years. Purim is one of them.

On a visit to Israel, an Egyptian police orchestra ends up in the wrong town and is forced to seek the help of local residents, with funny and touching consequences.

A large number of Jews find their homes in rural settings in North America, away from the demands, expectations and material advantages of large metropolitan centers.

The Jewish Museum is a place of documentation and a gesture of reconciliation in Jewish Berlin. Demand for guided tours and educational seminars has doubled since 2001.

Jewish tourism has taken off in Europe. But what's presented to the tourist often falsifies the Jewish experience. How authentic is what we see?

With ruthless efficiency, the "architect of the Holocaust" implemented the Nazi extermination policy of the Jews of Europe, killing a total of six million Jewish people.

The Holocaust, or Shoah, had a decimating effect on the global Jewish community; yet pockets of Jews can still be found in Africa, Asia, Europe and South America.

Holocaust literature at its most poignant and frightening, Lovely Green Eyes takes the reader on a harrowing journey from Auschwitz to a military brothel.

The rules for playing the Hanukkah dreidel game are simple. All players need is Hanukkah gelt and the understanding of four Hebrew letters.

The Cornucopia is best known as a Thanksgiving centerpiece. Straw, ceramic and edible ones are filled with fruits, nuts and vegetables or treats made in their shapes.

Spain's Costa Brava provides stunning views as the Mediterranean waves clash with the jagged coastline. It's a perfect family getaway with beaches, art and fine food.

Matthew and Luke have different lineages for Jesus. Several theories attempt to reconcile the two accounts. One theory is that Luke gives Jesus' ancestry through Mary.

Help beat winter colds with this comforting chicken and matzo ball soup recipe.

Toss the Schmaltz, Go light on the Olive Oli and Watch Out for those Chicken Livers! Keeping Kosher Doesn't have to mean a diet of greasy, heavy food.

The fifteenth birthday, in Spanish "la quinceañera" or "quince años," is a religious coming of age and family rite of passage for Latin American girls.

Anyone fortunate enough to have heard Matt Papa’s glorious self-titled debut album knows already that he has a healthy respect and a deep love for God’s Word.

There are many small pleasures to be had throughout the formidable An Education, none greater than the performance of the young talent Carey Mulligan.

Jews are often labeled as doctors, lawyers or accountants. Where did this stereotype come from and how much truth lies behind it?

Famous for its Leaning Tower, millions of tourists flock to Pisa to take a gander at this architectural wonder. But there is more to the city than a flawed bell tower.

The span between 82nd and 104th represents the greatest concentration of museums in the world, with several others a few blocks further south.

Jewish comedy meets doom-struck existentialism in a satire of suburban life which sees the Coen brothers return to their childhood roots.

Jesus acknowledged the importance of the Ten Commandments but taught that God's people must look for righteousness in their hearts, not in strict observance of the law.

Representations of minorities in the mainstream media commonly are tailored to make non-minority viewers feel more comfortable. Here are some of the ways this happens.

Sick of "It's a Wonderful Life?" Had too much "A Christmas Story?" Then try this collection of forgotten holiday classics.

Mary's legacy to everyone is her trust in God. People can lead better lives by emulating her faith and commitment to God. Don't give in to fear of failure.

Chanukah is a time for giving gifts to children, but for many families, it is also a time for teaching the importance of tzedakah, activism and social responsibility.

Exploring the capital of Lithuania which is emerging from decades of oppression as a proud old city with a playful, young outlook

A traditional Christmas differs from a traditional Jewish Chanukah. Children benefit with gifts from both holidays but they are worlds apart in reason and methodology.

Hanukkah is often equated to Christmas since the holidays happen at the same time of year. Learn about misnomer "Jewish Christmas" and other false ideas about Hanukkah.