Judaism
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How antisemitism affects mental health
When it comes to the repercussions of antisemitism, here’s what it has in common with other forms of prejudice, as well as how it’s unique.
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No, Hanukkah is not 'Jewish Christmas.' But sometimes it looks that way. Here’s why.
Glitz over the eight-day holiday, happening now, seems to be peaking.
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This Designer Might Have Been a Bad Choice for Ivanka Trump's Daughter to Wear on a Jewish Holiday
Wearing a dress from John Galliano -- an accused anti-Semite -- on a Jewish holiday may have been an odd choice for Ivanka's daughter to wear.
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Ivanka Trump Named 'Most Powerful Jewish Woman In America' and Twitter Erupts
First daughter Ivanka Trump was just named the most “powerful” Jewish woman in America. The title was bestowed on the first daughter by CNN which recently published a story titled, “Ivanka Trump: “America’s Most Powerful Jewish Woman.” The article details Ivanka’s 2009 conversion to Judaism before marrying Jared Kushner, who is an Orthodox Jew, and the private nature of her faith. CNN references a 2015 Vogue article in which Ivanka calls her religion a “personal thing” and a passage in her new
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H&M Called Out for Copying Jewish Prayer Shawls
A scarf that looks like a tallit, or Jewish prayer shawl, has made H&M the target of social media hate. The piece, which is light beige with woven black stripes, is made of acrylic and rayon and on sale for $17.99. The fringed ends are even tied together, just like tzitzit, the traditional knotted detailing. A matching poncho is also available for $34.99.
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13 Fun & Fancy Menorahs to Light Up Your Chanukah
Wondering what to give your loved ones and frenemies this holiday season? May we suggest… a menorah! Menorahs are excellent, thoughtful gifts, both for your friends and family members, and for yourself. The best ones make great display pieces—even when it’s not December—and, if the person your gifting one to happens to be Jewish, they’re guaranteed to be used every Chanukah, year after year. These days, with so many design options on the market, there’s truly a menorah for everyone.
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How to Wear Mystical Symbols Without Looking Like an Idiot
The twist is, the second most popular religious group isn’t Islam or Judaism — it’s not technically an organized religion at all. Oh, and don’t intentionally touch the pupil of the eye — that’s how the evil breaks loose. Photo: The Hamsa Hand Like the Nazar, the Hamsa is a symbol of protection with multicultural roots — specifically in North African and Middle Eastern countries.
