The Golden Age of American Jews is Ending, by Franklin Foer (The Atlantic)
The Golden Age of American Jews is Ending, by Franklin Foer (The Atlantic) “Though right- and left-wing anti-Semitism may have emerged in different ways, for different reasons, both are essentially attacks on an ideal that once dominated American politics, an ideal that American Jews championed and, in an important sense, co-authored…a distinct strain of liberalism […]
The Jewish Mainstream, by Adina Poupko (SAPIR)
The Jewish Mainstream, by Adina Poupko (SAPIR) “While we are at such a momentous and perilous time in Jewish history, we need to direct much more of our communal attention — expressed in organizational activities, public discourse, and funding — to the Jewish mainstream. American Jewry remains solidly supportive of Israel, as do most Americans. We need to draw […]
The End of History and the Donning of the Kittel, by Mark Charendoff (eJewish Philanthropy)
The End of History and the Donning of the Kittel, by Mark Charendoff (eJewish Philanthropy) “The Israelites of the Exodus were embarking on a new chapter — writing, for the first time, the next page in their history. They were actors, not subjects. The world held potential and hope. It was a fresh beginning. Maybe […]
Jewish Masterpiece: Judaea Capta et Israel Liberata, by Philip Getz (SAPIR)
Jewish Masterpiece: Judaea Capta et Israel Liberata, by Philip Getz (SAPIR) “If a picture is worth a thousand words, it can tell just as many lies. (Or many more in the age of AI.) This is why the context of the Shani Louk photograph is so important. Its meaning 100 years from now will depend […]
‘Independence Day’ Revisited: A Jewish Reflection on Modern Challenges, by Mark Charendoff (eJewish Philanthropy)
‘Independence Day’ Revisited: A Jewish Reflection on Modern Challenges, by Mark Charendoff (eJewish Philanthropy) “I hadn’t thought about the film until recently as July Fourth approached this summer. For the first time, the film seems very Jewish to me. An unanticipated attack shocks us and reveals a vulnerability that we didn’t know we had. The […]
The First Tisha B’Av Since October 7, by Benny Lau (SAPIR)
The First Tisha B’Av Since October 7, by Benny Lau (SAPIR) “The pain of this Tisha B’Av comes not only from the horrific events of October 7, but from the burden of our former Covenant of Fate. Here in Israel, our first non-Diaspora destination, the last stop on our exilic journey, the catastrophe of Black […]
Maimonides Fund Launches Scholar in Residence Program To Meet This Unique Moment in Jewish Life
Maimonides Fund Launches Scholar in Residence Program To Meet This Unique Moment in Jewish Life “Maimonides Fund announced that Rabbi David Wolpe and Dr. Mijal Bitton will become its inaugural Scholars in Residence, commencing in September 2024. Both Scholars are expanding their previous roles with Maimonides Fund – Rabbi Wolpe as Senior Advisor on Viewpoint […]
Tools to Foster Dialogue Across Differences in Jewish Non-Profits
Tools to Foster Dialogue Across Differences in Jewish Non-Profits “Maimonides Fund, in partnership with the Constructive Dialogue Institute (CDI), is pleased to announce the launch of a new suite of programming to support viewpoint diversity and dialogue across differences within Jewish organizational settings. Perspectives is an evidence-based learning program that distills rigorous behavioral science research […]
To fight ‘general culture of fear’ Jewish Book Council launches efforts supporting authors, books, by Jay Deitcher (eJewish Philanthropy)
To fight ‘general culture of fear’ Jewish Book Council launches efforts supporting authors, books, by Jay Deitcher (eJewish Philanthropy) “Since Oct. 7, it hasn’t been easy to be an author with ties to Israel. Book awards ceremonies turned into platforms for anti-Israel activists. Protests raged through conferences. Jewish authors had appearances canceled. “Since Oct. 7, […]
SAPIR High Holidays Reader 2024
SAPIR High Holidays Reader 2024 “The High Holidays are an opportunity to refresh our minds, spirits, and relationships; to spend time in community; to pray for a rewarding personal and collective future…. As we enter 5785, let us all recommit to the principles above. In that spirit, we are pleased to offer this selection of […]