The Lemba Jews Of Zimbabwe Are Having A Hopeful New Year
DNA has proven that these sub-Saharan Africans have Semitic origins. But what does it mean to be a black Jew in Zimbabwe?
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When A Saturday Caucus Means No Voting For Orthodox Jews
A community of observant Jews in Kansas got Republicans to change their Saturday caucus rules, but Democrats haven't changed theirs yet.
In Israel, A New Battle Over Who Qualifies As Jewish
Government rabbis decide who is officially Jewish, which affects issues including marriage and divorce. But religious and political rivals have started their own system for conversion.
Rabbis Diversify To Connect To Students; Just Don't Bring Up Israel
As the number of religious young people declines, Hillel International is trying to build a "big tent" Judaism for secular and religious students alike. But some say that tent may not be big enough.
Community Takes Passover Tradition Back To The Desert Wilderness
Wilderness Torah celebrates the holiday in a setting rooted in heritage. Participants immerse in Jewish culture but also find meaningful personal connections from isolation not felt in everyday life.
In Israel, A Clash Over What The Nation Is And Who It's For
Israel's prime minister says the country needs to be officially defined as a Jewish state, but opponents say that would undermine its goal of equality for all.