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Arts and Culture Jewish Identity
‘Fiddler on the Roof,’ Approaching 50th Anniversary, is Strong as Ever
JNS.org – Worldwide performances of “Fiddler on the Roof” attest to its cultural power, as it evokes the yearning for tradition in a changing world. What is behind its staying power? According to Alisa Solomon, author of the new book “Wonder of Wonders: A Cultural History of Fiddler on the Roof,” it is the show’s balance between the universal and the particular. During a recent symposium at Princeton University celebrating the upcoming 50th anniversary of the play’s Broadway opening on Sept. [...]
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Food Jewish Identity
Hanukkah Recipes From ‘Queen of Kosher’ Jamie Geller
Recipes for latkes and other Hanukkah treats.
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Arts and Culture Mitzvos
Beatles, Spice Girls, and Newsies Should be on Your Chanukah Playlist
Musical ideas for celebrating Hanukkah.
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Food US & Canada
Jewish Prophet Daniel Inspires Weight Loss Diet
The Daniel Fast, named after the Old Testament prophet, recommends eating fruit, vegetables and whole grains and drinking water, while avoiding meat, fish, bread and sweetened or processed foods,the UK’s Daily Mail reported on Thursday. Susan Gregory, author of The Daniel Fast, told the newspaper that the plan is drawn from the Book of Daniel, which describes the prophet’s response to a command from King Nebuchadnezzar of Babylon to eat the same food he was eating to gain strength. But Daniel refused [...]
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Arts and Culture Spirituality/Tradition
Moshav and Matisyahu’s ‘World on Fire’ Music Video Released for the Holidays (VIDEO)
In time for Chanukah, Moshav released its new music video, “World on Fire” featuring Grammy-nominated artist, Matisyahu. At a time when holiday shoppers are tripping over each other to buy presents, the video shows that the greatest of gifts require very little money. The camera follows a $20 bill as it passes through the hands of children and adults that have different hopes and hardships. Produced by my company, Bancs Media, the video boasts a stellar cast of actors. Moshav, whose first studio album was titled ”The [...]
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Jewish History Lifestyle
Near East’s Oldest, Largest Wine Cellar Unearthed in Israel, With a Festive Surprise
A team of archeologists has found what it describes as the “oldest and largest palatial wine cellar” ever discovered in the Near East.
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Featured Israel Music
Mourners Bid Farewell to Arik Einstein
Jerusalem Post – The Israeli public gathered on Wednesday afternoon to mourn the death of iconic singer Arik Einstein.
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Blogs Profiles
Billy Crystal Shows Serious Side
After suffering a tough personal loss early in life, there has always been a serious side to the comedy of famed Jewish entertainer Billy Crystal.
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