Articles related to "Jewish Women"
Gisi Fleischmann, Zionist Activist During the Holocaust
A look at the life of the heroic Gisi Fleischmann. She led many people to safety during the Holocaust, risking her own life for the safety of others.
gisi • fleischmann • jewish • woman • holocaust
A look at the life of the heroic Gisi Fleischmann. She led many people to safety during the Holocaust, risking her own life for the safety of others.
gisi • fleischmann • jewish • woman • holocaust
Part two: Too Young to Understand? Teaching Torah from Day One
In our last article, we discussed how aware our children are, even from a very young age. This week, we continue providing a list of practical suggestions for creating a Torah true environment for your baby, toddler, or child.
jew • jewish • woman • women • kids
In our last article, we discussed how aware our children are, even from a very young age. This week, we continue providing a list of practical suggestions for creating a Torah true environment for your baby, toddler, or child.
jew • jewish • woman • women • kids
Rosh Chodesh - Secret Jewish Women's Business
Rosh Chodesh, the 'Head of the Month' is a minor Jewish festival described in the Torah. Called the 'Women's Festival', it has been reclaimed by modern feminists.
rosh chodesh and women • rosh chodesh groups • rosh chodesh rituals and traditions • rosh chodesh songs • psalms ann prayers
Rosh Chodesh, the 'Head of the Month' is a minor Jewish festival described in the Torah. Called the 'Women's Festival', it has been reclaimed by modern feminists.
rosh chodesh and women • rosh chodesh groups • rosh chodesh rituals and traditions • rosh chodesh songs • psalms ann prayers
Alpha Epsilon Phi Sorority
Alpha Epsilon Phi Sorority was founded on October 24, 1909, at Barnard College, Columbia University, and was one of the first organizations for Jewish women in America.
alpha epsilon phi • first jewish sorority • sorority • women's fraternity • greek sorority
Alpha Epsilon Phi Sorority was founded on October 24, 1909, at Barnard College, Columbia University, and was one of the first organizations for Jewish women in America.
alpha epsilon phi • first jewish sorority • sorority • women's fraternity • greek sorority
Sigma Delta Tau
Sigma Delta Tau Sorority was founded on March 25, 1917, by seven Jewish women at Cornell University. Sigma Delta Tau is the youngest of the NPC members.
sigma delta tau • sorority • women's fraternity • greek sorority • sigma delta tau sorority
Sigma Delta Tau Sorority was founded on March 25, 1917, by seven Jewish women at Cornell University. Sigma Delta Tau is the youngest of the NPC members.
sigma delta tau • sorority • women's fraternity • greek sorority • sigma delta tau sorority
A Majority of One – DVD Review
This is a beautiful story of family relations and prejudice, wonderfully acted out by Rosalind Russell and Alec Guinness.
a majority of one dvd • rosalind russell • alec guinness • confronting prejudice • a jewish woman and a buddhist man
This is a beautiful story of family relations and prejudice, wonderfully acted out by Rosalind Russell and Alec Guinness.
a majority of one dvd • rosalind russell • alec guinness • confronting prejudice • a jewish woman and a buddhist man
Rosh Chodesh: A Woman's Celebration
Rosh Chodesh, or first of the month marked by the new moon, is a day of celebration with a special significance to women.
women • woman • jewish • jew • jewish women
Rosh Chodesh, or first of the month marked by the new moon, is a day of celebration with a special significance to women.
women • woman • jewish • jew • jewish women
Too Young to Understand? Teaching Torah from Day One
The Lubavitcher Rebbe said that every man, woman and child, regardless of age, should attend synagogue on Shavuos so that they can hear the Torah reading, the Ten Commandments. But why should young infants attend? Aren't they too young to understand? Modern science is starting to verify what Torah has always taught - That we are influenced by our surroundings even before birth.
jewish • jew • women • woman • jewish women
The Lubavitcher Rebbe said that every man, woman and child, regardless of age, should attend synagogue on Shavuos so that they can hear the Torah reading, the Ten Commandments. But why should young infants attend? Aren't they too young to understand? Modern science is starting to verify what Torah has always taught - That we are influenced by our surroundings even before birth.
jewish • jew • women • woman • jewish women
Women of Color and Marginalized People
The Women's Rights Movement was instrumental in bringing rights to all women of America. What tends to be forgotten are the other women who fought in their own way.
women's rights movement • african american women's rights • jewish american women's rights • latina women's rights movement • asian american women's rights
The Women's Rights Movement was instrumental in bringing rights to all women of America. What tends to be forgotten are the other women who fought in their own way.
women's rights movement • african american women's rights • jewish american women's rights • latina women's rights movement • asian american women's rights
Avoiding Passover Panic
I remember cleaning for Passover last year all too clearly: Sweat, tears and more tears. This year, I refuse to procrastinate, <I>bli nedar</I> (without a promise)! I ask that all of you join me. Here are some tips on avoiding the "Here comes [Passover] Blues."
passover • pesach • seder • cleaning • clean
I remember cleaning for Passover last year all too clearly: Sweat, tears and more tears. This year, I refuse to procrastinate, <I>bli nedar</I> (without a promise)! I ask that all of you join me. Here are some tips on avoiding the "Here comes [Passover] Blues."
passover • pesach • seder • cleaning • clean
Getting inspired! Jewish Homemaking
Picture this. Piles of clean unfolded laundry. Bowels and measuring cups stuck with dough. A crock-pot, soaking, from last week's Shabbos cholent*. A floor begging to be vacuumed and a toddler (or two) running around pulling books off the shelves. To top it all off, your husband is due home in an hour and you have no idea what you're making for dinner! Why does this happen to us? Read on!!
jewish • jewish women • orthodox • traditional • judaism
Picture this. Piles of clean unfolded laundry. Bowels and measuring cups stuck with dough. A crock-pot, soaking, from last week's Shabbos cholent*. A floor begging to be vacuumed and a toddler (or two) running around pulling books off the shelves. To top it all off, your husband is due home in an hour and you have no idea what you're making for dinner! Why does this happen to us? Read on!!
jewish • jewish women • orthodox • traditional • judaism
Homeschooling with Six Children
More and more religious Jews are homeschooling their children. Some do so because they lack the funds to send their kids to a private school; others live far away from Jewish day schools, while others consider homeschooling the best education for their kids. Please welcome our guest author, Rachel Vardis, homeschooling mother of six, Thank G-d. Rachel will share with us just what it's like to homeschool six children…
homeschooling • homeschool • home • school • jewish homeschooling
More and more religious Jews are homeschooling their children. Some do so because they lack the funds to send their kids to a private school; others live far away from Jewish day schools, while others consider homeschooling the best education for their kids. Please welcome our guest author, Rachel Vardis, homeschooling mother of six, Thank G-d. Rachel will share with us just what it's like to homeschool six children…
homeschooling • homeschool • home • school • jewish homeschooling
Keeping ourselves Inspired
Judaism holds homemaking and motherhood in high esteem. We must do our best to ignore comments made by ignorant or misled people, and avoid being affected by society's "woman movements". Nevertheless, staying inspired is not always easy. Here are some ways to keep G-d's Presence in your home and raise your spirits high!
jewish • jewish women • orthodox • traditional • judaism
Judaism holds homemaking and motherhood in high esteem. We must do our best to ignore comments made by ignorant or misled people, and avoid being affected by society's "woman movements". Nevertheless, staying inspired is not always easy. Here are some ways to keep G-d's Presence in your home and raise your spirits high!
jewish • jewish women • orthodox • traditional • judaism
Teshuvah, from head to toe
Rosh Hashanah has past, and Yom Kippur is almost here! During the ten days that are between Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur, we're supposed to be on our best behavior and start to really look inside ourselves, and ask, "How can I improve this year?"
teshuvah • rosh hashanah • yom kippur • sukkos • sukkot
Rosh Hashanah has past, and Yom Kippur is almost here! During the ten days that are between Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur, we're supposed to be on our best behavior and start to really look inside ourselves, and ask, "How can I improve this year?"
teshuvah • rosh hashanah • yom kippur • sukkos • sukkot
Author Blogs: Women Group Blog
When authors are pressed for time their author blogs suffer for it. These women have found a solution: group author blogging.
jayne ann krentz • suzanne simmons • susanne simmons • stella cameron • lori foster
When authors are pressed for time their author blogs suffer for it. These women have found a solution: group author blogging.
jayne ann krentz • suzanne simmons • susanne simmons • stella cameron • lori foster
Best Episodes And Quotes From Will & Grace
Will & Grace is a sitcom involving four funny and flawed characters that had an eight year run on NBC. Here are highlights from the first four seasons of the show.
will & grace • will and grace • will & grace quotes • debra messing • eric mccormack
Will & Grace is a sitcom involving four funny and flawed characters that had an eight year run on NBC. Here are highlights from the first four seasons of the show.
will & grace • will and grace • will & grace quotes • debra messing • eric mccormack
Who is Considered Jewish?
There is sometimes some confusion as to who is considered to be Jewish, as there is some debate amongst the different sects.
being jewish • who is jewish • jewish conversion • converting to judaism • becoming jewish
There is sometimes some confusion as to who is considered to be Jewish, as there is some debate amongst the different sects.
being jewish • who is jewish • jewish conversion • converting to judaism • becoming jewish
The End of "The Nanny"
This week, primetime TV says goodbye to the rare sitcom that focuses on Jewish humor, culture, and idiosyncrasies.
the nanny • tv shows • fran drescher • finale • review
This week, primetime TV says goodbye to the rare sitcom that focuses on Jewish humor, culture, and idiosyncrasies.
the nanny • tv shows • fran drescher • finale • review
Anti-Semitic Jews ... Who Would Have Thought?
My own research into why one of my close Jewish relatives doesn't want me to be Jewish.
judaism • anti-semitism • israel
My own research into why one of my close Jewish relatives doesn't want me to be Jewish.
judaism • anti-semitism • israel
Book Review - Murder in the Marais
The first Aimee LeDuc murder mystery takes readers through the intricate passageways of Paris' Marais district -- and of the city's past.
aimee leduc mystery novels • cara black novels • mystery books set in paris • mystery book reviews • murder in the marais
The first Aimee LeDuc murder mystery takes readers through the intricate passageways of Paris' Marais district -- and of the city's past.
aimee leduc mystery novels • cara black novels • mystery books set in paris • mystery book reviews • murder in the marais
Film Preview: Inglourious Basterds
Tarantino brings the world an even bigger dollop of sweet, vicious, un-PC revenge, served ice-cold.
inglourious basterds • quentin tarantino • brad pitt • inglorious bastards • cannes
Tarantino brings the world an even bigger dollop of sweet, vicious, un-PC revenge, served ice-cold.
inglourious basterds • quentin tarantino • brad pitt • inglorious bastards • cannes
Interfaith Group Meets With Intent
Negative media attention about Israelis and Palestinians keeps the existence and accomplishments of the courageous Interfaith Encounter Association a well-kept secret.
israel • israelis • palestinians • muslim • bahai
Negative media attention about Israelis and Palestinians keeps the existence and accomplishments of the courageous Interfaith Encounter Association a well-kept secret.
israel • israelis • palestinians • muslim • bahai
Women's Rights Activist & Anarchist Emma Goldman
Emma Goldman was an early figure in birth control history and the free speech movement. She supported anarchism, the women's rights movement, and lesbian rights.
emma goldman • free speech movement • birth control movement • birth control history • women's movement
Emma Goldman was an early figure in birth control history and the free speech movement. She supported anarchism, the women's rights movement, and lesbian rights.
emma goldman • free speech movement • birth control movement • birth control history • women's movement
A Look at Dr. Laura
She fills the airwaves daily, sparking controversy and extolling moral principles, with a Jewish slant. What do you think about Dr. Laura Schlessinger?
radio • show • dr. laura • schlessinger • jewish
She fills the airwaves daily, sparking controversy and extolling moral principles, with a Jewish slant. What do you think about Dr. Laura Schlessinger?
radio • show • dr. laura • schlessinger • jewish
Book Review - Exile
More than just a book about terrorism, "Exile" is a disturbing, yet compelling murder drama, with deep roots in the conflicts of the West Bank. I highly recommend it.
exile by richard north patterson • richard north patterson novels • mysteries set in the middle east • exile book review • patterson book reviews
More than just a book about terrorism, "Exile" is a disturbing, yet compelling murder drama, with deep roots in the conflicts of the West Bank. I highly recommend it.
exile by richard north patterson • richard north patterson novels • mysteries set in the middle east • exile book review • patterson book reviews
Emma Lazarus: Poet of the Statue
Emma Lazarus' poem,"The New Colossus," helped raise funds to build the pedestal on which stands the Statue of Liberty.
poet • emma lazarus • jewish • ralph waldo emerson • statue of libery
Emma Lazarus' poem,"The New Colossus," helped raise funds to build the pedestal on which stands the Statue of Liberty.
poet • emma lazarus • jewish • ralph waldo emerson • statue of libery
Enjoying Italy when you can't be there. . .
Missing Italy but can't afford a trip right now? Here are some suggestions to help you bring a little bit of Italy into your home.
italian • nutella • wine • food • culinary
Missing Italy but can't afford a trip right now? Here are some suggestions to help you bring a little bit of Italy into your home.
italian • nutella • wine • food • culinary
Fearless Jones: Mosley, Walter
It Ain't Easy, Yet Mosley Fearlessly Does It Again: A review of Walter Mosley's "Fearless Jones" A definite must read, but perhaps not the best introduction to Mosley'
noir • murder • mystery • fiction • american literary
It Ain't Easy, Yet Mosley Fearlessly Does It Again: A review of Walter Mosley's "Fearless Jones" A definite must read, but perhaps not the best introduction to Mosley'
noir • murder • mystery • fiction • american literary
Flora's Suitcase Goes on a Trip
ron l. hubbard • dalia rabinovich • flora's suitcase • when intelligence goes wrong • bolivia fiction
ron l. hubbard • dalia rabinovich • flora's suitcase • when intelligence goes wrong • bolivia fiction
Introduction to Feminist Writings
This article will provide a closer look at the work of some of the niche feminist publishers, as well as at the women who have self-published their work - what each's unique focus is and why. A peep into of the broad variety of work that is too often overlooked by mainstream publishers.
publishers • book publishers • feminist publishers • lesbian publishing
This article will provide a closer look at the work of some of the niche feminist publishers, as well as at the women who have self-published their work - what each's unique focus is and why. A peep into of the broad variety of work that is too often overlooked by mainstream publishers.
publishers • book publishers • feminist publishers • lesbian publishing
Judith Slaying Holofernes
Artemesia Gentileschi was a painter of the Renaissance period who often favoured heroic women in her choice of subject.
artemisia gentileschi • judith slaying holofernes • women painters • agostino tassi • mary garrard
Artemesia Gentileschi was a painter of the Renaissance period who often favoured heroic women in her choice of subject.
artemisia gentileschi • judith slaying holofernes • women painters • agostino tassi • mary garrard
Masada
Essay suggesting that the survival of the Jewish people depends on the survival of Israel.
israel • masada • krauthammer • survival • jewish people
Essay suggesting that the survival of the Jewish people depends on the survival of Israel.
israel • masada • krauthammer • survival • jewish people
Review: Free Zone
Amos Gitai directs his latest film starring Natalie Portman, Hanna Laslo, and Hiam Abbas on an emotional road trip to No Man's Land.
free zone • no man's land • wailing wall • had gadiah • israel
Amos Gitai directs his latest film starring Natalie Portman, Hanna Laslo, and Hiam Abbas on an emotional road trip to No Man's Land.
free zone • no man's land • wailing wall • had gadiah • israel
Senda Berenson, a Pioneer in Women's Basketball
Known as the "Mother of Women's Basketball," Berenson earned her way into the Basketball Hall of Fame.
sports • basketball • woman • women • athletic
Known as the "Mother of Women's Basketball," Berenson earned her way into the Basketball Hall of Fame.
sports • basketball • woman • women • athletic
Storytelling in Aimee & Jaguar
When comparing the film and book versions of the true story of war-torn lesbian lovers, the film is the clear winner.
storytelling in aimee jaguar • aimee jaguar book movie • lesbian film • lesbian lovers in movies • erica fischer
When comparing the film and book versions of the true story of war-torn lesbian lovers, the film is the clear winner.
storytelling in aimee jaguar • aimee jaguar book movie • lesbian film • lesbian lovers in movies • erica fischer
The Artistry of Aimee & Jaguar
Director Max Farberbock uses variances in sound, light, and motion to artfully depict the true wartime story of two lesbian lovers.
aimee & jaguar movie review • movie about lesbians • max farberbock • german film • holocaust film
Director Max Farberbock uses variances in sound, light, and motion to artfully depict the true wartime story of two lesbian lovers.
aimee & jaguar movie review • movie about lesbians • max farberbock • german film • holocaust film
Dr. Escudero Lectures on Female Fighters
Dr. Monique Saigal Escudero gave a presenation on the French female resistance fighters during World War II.
french resistance • female • fighters • holocaust • monique saigal escudero
Dr. Monique Saigal Escudero gave a presenation on the French female resistance fighters during World War II.
french resistance • female • fighters • holocaust • monique saigal escudero
Genetic Testing - Is It Right For You?
The advantages and disadvantages of genetic testing for BRCA1 and BRCA2 mutations
brca1 • brca2 • ashkenazic • genetic mutation • genetic testing
The advantages and disadvantages of genetic testing for BRCA1 and BRCA2 mutations
brca1 • brca2 • ashkenazic • genetic mutation • genetic testing
Haunted Chicago Hull House and the Devil Baby
Jane Addams, founder of Hull House, experienced ghostly phenomena and tried to dispel gossip about the monstrous looking baby. The legend of the child lives on....
hull house haunted • hull house devil baby • hull house ghost • hull house legend hull house • chicago house haunted
Jane Addams, founder of Hull House, experienced ghostly phenomena and tried to dispel gossip about the monstrous looking baby. The legend of the child lives on....
hull house haunted • hull house devil baby • hull house ghost • hull house legend hull house • chicago house haunted
History of Jewish Weddings
Many Jewish marriage traditions began during Biblical Times. Though some faded away, new traditions began in the Middle Ages and 19th century.
jewish wedding • marriage • traditions • biblical times • middle ages
Many Jewish marriage traditions began during Biblical Times. Though some faded away, new traditions began in the Middle Ages and 19th century.
jewish wedding • marriage • traditions • biblical times • middle ages
How 10 Top Bands Got Their Names
A short history of how some well known Bands arrived at their choice of name.
led zeppelin • u2 • the beatles • bono • the sex pistols
A short history of how some well known Bands arrived at their choice of name.
led zeppelin • u2 • the beatles • bono • the sex pistols
Kristallnacht, The Night of Broken Glass
On November 9, 1938, the Nazis began a reign of terror against the Jewish people that would escalate into world war and the unimaginable horror of the Holocaust.
nazi germany • nazis • hitler • adolf hitler • world war ii
On November 9, 1938, the Nazis began a reign of terror against the Jewish people that would escalate into world war and the unimaginable horror of the Holocaust.
nazi germany • nazis • hitler • adolf hitler • world war ii
Purim and Food
Partying, Eating and Drinking to Excess is the Hallmark of Purim. Traditionally, the Foods that are Eaten, however, are also steeped in Symbolic Meaning.
purim • food and purim • what is purim? • what foods are eaten for purim? • hamantaschen
Partying, Eating and Drinking to Excess is the Hallmark of Purim. Traditionally, the Foods that are Eaten, however, are also steeped in Symbolic Meaning.
purim • food and purim • what is purim? • what foods are eaten for purim? • hamantaschen
Some People are Very Different from You and I
Having lived in a number of different places in the United States, and having worked in a variety of jobs, I think I can safely say that I've been around.
addictions • spirituality • people • differences
Having lived in a number of different places in the United States, and having worked in a variety of jobs, I think I can safely say that I've been around.
addictions • spirituality • people • differences
St. Anne's Prayer To God
This article is a brief portrait of St. Anne, and her faith in God
anne • saint • mary • grandmother • jewish
This article is a brief portrait of St. Anne, and her faith in God
anne • saint • mary • grandmother • jewish
The Fire Within (Le Feu Follet)
Also starring Jeanne Moreau and featuring a poignant soundtrack by Erik Satie, Le Feu Follet is a masterful study in anxiety, depression and loss.
louis malle • le feu follet(the fire within) • depression • anxiety • erik satie soundtrack
Also starring Jeanne Moreau and featuring a poignant soundtrack by Erik Satie, Le Feu Follet is a masterful study in anxiety, depression and loss.
louis malle • le feu follet(the fire within) • depression • anxiety • erik satie soundtrack
The Groom's Eye View on Wedding Venues
The proposal is over, the date is chosen, and now you need to figure out where you're getting married.
the grooms eye view • wedding venues • wedding ceremony • venue wedding • choosing wedding venue
The proposal is over, the date is chosen, and now you need to figure out where you're getting married.
the grooms eye view • wedding venues • wedding ceremony • venue wedding • choosing wedding venue
Baby Girl Names That Begin With J
From Jasmine to Johanna to Justine, here are some unusual and popular baby girl names that start with the letter J.
baby girl name • letter j • popular name • trendy name • unusual name
From Jasmine to Johanna to Justine, here are some unusual and popular baby girl names that start with the letter J.
baby girl name • letter j • popular name • trendy name • unusual name
Based on Truth?
If you want to know about the exodus, then Hollywood's re-enactment, "The Ten Commandments", is the place to go… right? Not quite. Read on to find out what you thought you know, but really don't.
passover • ten • commandments • movie • movies
If you want to know about the exodus, then Hollywood's re-enactment, "The Ten Commandments", is the place to go… right? Not quite. Read on to find out what you thought you know, but really don't.
passover • ten • commandments • movie • movies
Vassals of the Third Reich - Part 2
Being a slave in the Third Reich marked you for almost certain death from overwork and starvation.
Being a slave in the Third Reich marked you for almost certain death from overwork and starvation.
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