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He began reading banned literature and, at around the age of 15, came to see himself as an opponent of the Tsarist regime not only in the Jewish aspect but also in the all-Russian context. [Alex Gordon]
Jewish biography: Julius Martov, leading Menshevik Read More »
Alex Gordon, Antisemitism, International, Jewish History, Staff and Bylined Contributors
The presentation explored how the Jewish identities and experiences of many of comics’ most influential creators shaped the stories they told and the heroes they created. (Cailin Acosta)
Panel traces historic Jewish influence on the comic book industry Read More »
Books, Poetry & Short Stories, Cailin Acosta, Jewish History, San Diego County, Science, Medicine, & Education, Staff and Bylined Contributors
Theatre People is set in 1940s Newport, Rhode Island, where Oliver Adams, an author, is about to publish his novel about the well-known diva, Margot Bell, with whom he is madly in love. [Eva Trieger]
Theatre people: A unique breed Read More »
Eva Trieger, Jewish History, San Diego County, Staff and Bylined Contributors, Theatre, Film & Broadcast
the prophecy of the Green Ninja bears some resemblance to when Moshiach (the anointed one) comes. In both traditions, a chosen figure is expected to confront a powerful force of evil before helping usher in an era of peace. While the stories arise from very different religious and cultural traditions, the narrative parallels are intriguing. [Cailin Acosta]
‘Lego Ninjago’ latest offering in an animated series Read More »
Cailin Acosta, Jewish Religion, San Diego County, Staff and Bylined Contributors, Theatre, Film & Broadcast
So, as we celebrate Shabbat tonight, think of something comforting, like a soft blanket, a cup of tea, or just hugs from your children, grandchildren, or animals. (Cailin Acosta)
Shabbat of comfort follows Tisha B’Av Read More »
Cailin Acosta, Jewish Religion, Music, Dance, and Visual Arts, Theatre, Film & Broadcast, Travel and Food
The Torah anticipates our distractibility. It knows that the human heart is a leaky vessel. So, it gives us physical reminders — tefillin on the arm and head, mezuzah on the doorframe — so that the body itself is conscripted into the work of memory. [Rabbi Dr. Michael Leo Samuel]
Parsha Va’etchanan: The Shema Read More »
Jewish Religion, Michael Leo Samuel-Rabbi, Staff and Bylined Contributors
The panelists discussed “Operation Mail,” a Nazi initiative launched during the summer of 1942 that used prisoner correspondence as both propaganda and a means of gathering intelligence. Prisoners were required to state that they were in good health and that their “resettlement” was going well, creating the false impression that conditions in the camps were humane. (Cailin Acosta)
Holocaust-related postage stamps subjects for Comic-Con panel Read More »
Cailin Acosta, Holocaust, International, Jewish History, Music, Dance, and Visual Arts, San Diego County, Staff and Bylined Contributors, Travel and Food
When someone is hurting, our first instinct is often to explain, reassure, or solve. Yet some of the deepest comfort we can offer comes before we speak. It comes from listening with patience, without interruption or judgment. (Michael R. Mantell, Ph.D.)
Parsha Va’etchanan: Learning to truly hear Read More »
Jewish Religion, Michael Mantell, Staff and Bylined Contributors
Why have a second Bar Mitzvah at the age of 83? Psalm 90:10 reads, “The length of our days is seventy years—or eighty, if we have the strength.” Thirteen years later, at age 83, a Jew could be considered to be entering adulthood and recommitting his- or herself to Judaism not unlike couples who opt to renew their marriage vows at a landmark anniversary. [Laurie Baron]
B’nai Mitzvah of two 83-year-old men at Wesley Palms Read More »
Jewish Religion, Lawrence Baron, Lifestyles, San Diego County, Staff and Bylined Contributors
Imagine a restaurant that is so captivating that the only time people pick up their phone is to take pictures of the food. [Sandi Masori]
Le Petit Chef brings animation and fine dining together Read More »
Business & Finance, Sandi Masori, Shor M. Masori, Staff and Bylined Contributors, Technology, Theatre, Film & Broadcast, Travel and FoodThe Ninth of Av, “Tisha B’Av is the saddest day on the Jewish calendar, as this is the date both Holy Temples were destroyed, and exile, persecution, and spiritual darkness began. [Cailin Acosta]
Juxtaposition of Tisha b’Av and Comic-Con Read More »
Antisemitism, Books, Poetry & Short Stories, Cailin Acosta, Jewish Religion, Music, Dance, and Visual Arts, Travel and Food
Grossman, a professor of Bible at Bar-Ilan University, is widely known for demonstrating how careful attention to the structure and wording of the biblical text reveals layers of multiple meaning that are often overlooked. [Rabbi Dr. Israel Drazin]
‘Creation:’ The story of beginnings by Jonathan Grossman Read More »
Books, Poetry & Short Stories, Israel Drazin-Rabbi Dr., Jewish Religion, Science, Medicine, & Education, Staff and Bylined Contributors
From a soulful, song-filled sanctuary to a sweltering but triumphant march through the streets of Hillcrest, the San Diego Jewish community came together this past weekend to celebrate JPride in full force. (Barrett Holman Leak)
Jews worship, march, eat during San Diego Pride weekend Read More »
Barrett Holman Leak, Jewish Religion, San Diego County, Staff and Bylined ContributorsThe series emphasizes careful reading of the biblical text, literary structure, recurring themes, character development, biblical dialogue and narrative techniques, theological and ethical lessons, and connections between different parts of the Bible that aid in understanding their significance. (Rabbi Dr. Israel Drazin)
Jonathan Grossman reveals who Jacob was and more Read More »
Israel, Israel Drazin-Rabbi Dr., Jewish Religion, Lifestyles, Science, Medicine, & Education, Staff and Bylined Contributors