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As the word Zionism comes under attack the world over, Fania Oz-Salzberger examines the roots of the Zionist movement, challenging postcolonial discourse around the word and affirming what it means to be a humanist Zionist.
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Campus protests have dominated the headlines this past year. But the conflict runs much deeper, as faculty and administration at America’s elite universities espouse extreme anti-Israel sentiment as well.
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Total solar eclipses are a once-in-a-decade experience. And while they’re astonishing enough on their own, few people know about the deep biblical and Talmudic significance they carry.
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In this opinion column, Gershom Gorenberg argues that American Jewish protesters who think Jews don’t need a Jewish state should remember that, historically speaking, they’re the lucky ones.
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Jewish tradition is a rich tapestry of different lineages and practices. Among these is the Kohanot, in many ways a revolutionary rethinking of Jewish clerical tradition. But, after years of growth, the priestesses find themselves in difficult circumstances.
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More and more the Chabad Lubavitch movement is at the forefront of mainstream Jewish observance. Its traditions and unique practices are fascinating on their own, but how the group grew from relative obscurity to a pillar of global Jewish life is a whole other story.
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Movies and TV depicting Jewish characters are everywhere nowadays. But not every show is being well received. The Netflix hit Nobody Wants This tells the story of a non-Jew dating a rabbi. Stereotypes are woven throughout the show, but are they serious or satire?
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Is there such a thing as a Jewish vibe? If so, fans of pop sensation Chappell Roan seem to think she emits it.
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Longtime Moment contributor Letty Cottin Pogrebin shares the story of her 60-year marriage to her late husband, Bert. Over the decades they learned a lot about each other and, as any marriage requires, made compromises, particularly when it came to religion.
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In the months following October 7, Moment Editor-in-Chief Nadine Epstein chronicled her six-day journey around the Holy Land, a trip made more difficult by the GPS blackout affecting most of the country. Epstein spoke to dozens of Israelis from across the political spectrum to find out just what the dynamics are in today’s Israel.
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How a Black punk rocker from Southern California confronted white nationalists, linked anti-Black racism with antisemitism and took the national stage to fight for inclusive democracy.
2 thoughts on “Moment’s Top Stories of 2024”
What a fantastic way to reflect on a year of important events and discussions! Moment’s coverage of difficult issues like the Gaza war, the election, and Zionism vs. anti-Zionism is crucial. I’m eager to read these outstanding articles and learn more about Jewish life and current challenges. Thank you for your intelligent journalism and inspiring critical reflection on the last year! To a meaningful 50th year of publication!
What a wonderful way to look back on a year filled with significant conversations and events! It is essential that Moment cover challenging topics like the election, the Gaza war, and Zionism vs anti-Zionism