The Final Farewell
To all the Jewtribe fans and readers I wish you well on on your journey of discovery of your own Jewish spirit.
To all the Jewtribe fans and readers I wish you well on on your journey of discovery of your own Jewish spirit.
Reveals the power of one song to express and sustain identity, to transmit lessons across generations and to bridge cultural divides and connect us all on a universal level.
When Brad Pitt\’s character in the movie World War Z is tasked with saving the world from a zombie pandemic, he receives help from an unlikely source – the IDF
A graphic novel and animated movie, celebrates a lost Algerian-Jewish way of life and wonders what it means to live as a person of faith in a world that doesn’t share it.
Excerpt from 60 mins Interview….
Stahl asked Spielberg how he dealt with such “anti-Semitic attacks.”
“I denied it,” he said.
“Denied what? That you were Jewish?” Stahl asked.
“… My Judaism,” Spielberg affirmed.
So what do religious Jews have to say about Halloween? Should Jewish children “trick-or-treat”? Should Jewish houses welcome children in to give them candy?
In June the video won the Best Music Video award at the Eldani Music and Media Awards in Berlin.
Their songs are pushing the envelope covering a range of topics including the Mideast conflict, environment, overeating and world poverty.
The show’s cast and premise seems a far cry from the lady with the wrinkled brow, few pleasures and that never cared for fashion styles (a broad translation). In the meantime enjoy watching and listening to John Farnham and Tom Jones sing an incredible duo.
Judaism provides us with a set time for reflection and introspection. It’s important to understand ourselves and our place in the cosmos.Without that we are no more than a collection of atoms bumping into each other
WHEN Israeli pop superstar Rita Jahanforuz told her friends she wanted to record an album in Farsi, they thought she must have gone mad. Continue reading “Rita uses Farsi songs to bridge divide with Iran” »
Using Google Translate rather than an actual Hebrew speaker. Instead of describing the newly departed father as “dearly missed,” producers used a phrase classifying him as “pickled at great expense”
The culture clash — over hummus and Bamba, the difference between Wales and England, and British reticence compared with Israeli familiarity — is explored with comic aplomb as Pini navigates life in a dingy London flat and work at a greasy spoon café.
Unlike real people, Barak finds that with puppets, he has discovered that “people do not judge them.” He feels that the audience can sympathize with a puppet more easily than with a person.
After years of living apart from her dad, Libby, an introverted yet sharp-witted teenager is sent to live with him in Israel.
Imagine you could program your Android to text your mother when you left school, or your wife when you leave work.
On June 7th it will be 45 years since the 6 Day War
One single iconic image depicting the moment of reunification of Jerusalem in 1967 has remained in the world’s collective psyche. Continue reading “David Rubinger -Member of the tribe” »
My folks came to the United States as immigrants (aliens) and they became citizens. I was born in Boston, a citizen. I went to Hollywood and I became an alien. Spock was the embodiment of the outsider, like the immigrants who surrounded me in my early years.”
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Refugees are a bitter problem for Israel these days.
Our challenge as it was our ancestors is to somehow see past the peripheral and seek a deeper understanding of the human condition. To challenge our weakness’s and and to repair the world (Tikun Olam).
When we think of Shavuot, we think of cheese. But when we read megilath Ruth on Shavuot , cheese cake is the last thing on Ruth’s menu.
Maurice Sendak, whose Where the Wild Things Are upset parents and psychologists in 1963 and became an international best-seller that helped change the placid world of children’s books, has died. He was 83.
Lag B’Omer is the center piece of Jewish mysticism. The cream of Judaic thought ensconced in traditions and customs that reflect on a myriad of events and personalities.
If clowns frighten you and give you goosebumps then the Israeli entry for Eurovision 2012 is going to scare the hairs off your chest.
What is it about Poland and the Jews that not only keeps them going back there, but also establishing among other things a unique music festival.
It defies all logic to think that a country that was the center of the greatest crime in the 20th century, would 80 years later not only have the audacity to promote such a festival, but welcome back the sons and daughters , the grandchildren of the victims back to the scene of the crime.
Known as ANZAC day,the battle is commemorated here in Australia and New Zealand this week. It also coincides with Yom Hazikaron and Yom Ha’atzmaut commemorations this week.
All three events in their own way underline the importance and significance that we attribute to the those that gave up their lives in the hope of a better future for their families and nations.
Anzac day for Australians and New Zealanders signifies a coming of age through war and death. Why does such transition necessitate death as a precursor to life?
The initial findings of the Military Police investigation indicate that the soldiers Eisner was commanding at the scene of the incident were not adequately prepared for the incident, that border policemen had been present earlier but left before the bicyclists arrived, and that the activists committed only minor violence against the soldiers
There is no doubt about Eisner’s military record and his dedication. But it takes one incident like this to blur all the good that may have been done previously.
We pilots of the Air Force, flying in the skies above the camp of horrors, arose from the ashes of the millions of victims and shoulder their silent cries, salute their courage and promise to be the shield of the Jewish people and its nation Israel.
However the best connection I found was this one. In 2011 Alison Brie was ranked number 49 in the Maxim Magazine Hot 100 List. What does that have to do with the Omer? Well Alison is Jewish (her mother is Jewish) for a start. Her name “Alison ” in the English Gematria system equals 250 (1+30+9+100+60+50+0), which reduces to 7
When Israel was in Egypt’s land (let my people go)
Oppressed so hard they could not stand.
Go down, Moses, way down in Egypt’s land;
Tell old Pharaoh to let my people go.
Lest I remind you, it’s 2012, not 1912. Clearly Jewish food and especially wine has matured and now foodies and wine buffs can enjoy what traditionally was over salted food and clearly overtly sugar retarded wine with an opportunity to fine dining amidst the traditional story telling of Exodus
As Jews prepare to celebrate the festival of Purim there is an ironic symbolism of events culminating perhaps with the speech by PM Netenyahu at AIPAC this week.
Although the PM made only scant reference’s to Purim near the end of his speech, the credo that dominated his presentation was that Israel was ultimately the master of its own destiny.
the night will not be hijacked by terrorists and I will go on even if the hall is empty. It’s my night and nobody even the general can prevent me from attending. By the way great title for my sequel G.A. I will get my people to call your people.
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Norman Finkelstein - known for his outspoken criticism of Israel and advocacy of Palestinian rights spoke frankly about the BDS and Palestinian Solidarity movements. He described these movements as cultish and dishonest and essentially agreed with our long standing criticisms of these movements – that support for the Boycott, Sanctions and Divestment movement is basically a call for the destruction of the State of Israel. Continue reading “Finkelstein and the truth about the BDS Movement” »
The most popular question around this time of the year is “ Can Jews celebrate Valentine’s day?”
Why does missing out on some chocolates and flowers and lots of schmaltzy heart filled cards create such angst?
The truth is that Jews have been involved with valentines and the day of love for years. I am not talking about the historical connections in some attempt to give some it participatory legitimacy.
Firstly Jewish tradition already has its own let’s get loving celebration. Tu B’Av, but more of that later. Continue reading “Valentine or Valenstein?” »
Judaism today finds as many interpretations as there are Jews. There is no right answer . But as long as there is some answer then perhaps there is hope for future generations.
Judgement comes from experience, and great judgement comes from bad experience….Robert Packwood
While the world debates the various strategies on how to deal with Iran and its nuclear ambitions Douglas Murray provides a perfect analysis of the position of Europe and its allies. But more importantly how Israel in the end will and must decide how it will defend itself. Continue reading “Rather a nuclear Iran than war” »
Jews love a good debate.. well maybe not so much a debate as maybe an attempt to convince the other ..”you’re wrong!”..well maybe not that you’re wrong but I am more right than you are…
Art is is often said to be a mirror of identity of individuals or society. A reflection of ideology and the changes occurring within that community, then perhaps these two films amongst others that have recently been produced in and by Israeli’s surely suggests that Israeli’s after 40 odd years of occupation of the territories are psychologically ready for peace.
Lord Jonathan Sacks, the Chief Rabbi of the United Hebrew Congregations of the Commonwealth has addressed the East Melbourne Hebrew Congregation following the dedication of two new Sifrei Torah scrolls.
“Footnote” is the story of insane competition, the admiration and envy for a role model, bringing father and son to a final, bitter confrontation.
Supreme Court President Dorit Beinisch wrote that “the law should be canceled because it violates the right to equality.”
described Sarah as the “self-absorbed poster child of Generation Me,”
The little blue box that sits in many Jewish homes and has done since the early 30\’s has been a symbol of Jews commitment to regrowing and rebuilding the land of Israel…but is there a dark side?
While the Israel Defense Forces conquered enemy positions, she conquered the soldiers’ hearts
The Jews that died in the holocaust were chosen not by the hats they wore nor by the clothes they did or did not wear, nor their adherence or non adherence to any particular religious sentiment.
They died because of their heritage.
This use of the yellow star and obvious posing for the cameras in replication of a well known picture is to spit in the face of those that died and those that survived. I am ashamed for them.
We want the people to leave our performance completely sweating, emotionally uplifted, excited and exhilarated after dancing all night long! If, as well as loving the music, having been exposed to something they have never heard before and it has raised their curiosity as to what the songs were about, then this would be a great sense of accomplishment.
Natalie Portman has been named IMDB’s most popular actor in 2011, gaining the most page views over the past year on the TV and movie database website.
Black Swan co-star Mila Kunis came in second place. Continue reading “Jewish Swans Top The List” »
Catholics may confess through a screen in a box, but Jews do it in public. Preferably with an audience. There is also a proud tradition of truth-tellers from Belle Barth to Lenny Bruce to Sandra Bernhard who take a more in your face confrontational stance for the pleasure of challenging convention.
I don’t speak a word of their language, but the look on their faces said it all and reminded me once again why I am so proud to be a Jew and an Israeli.
There was a clear mood of apprehension as members of Melbourne Jewish Radio came shuffling into the King David room at Kimberly Gardens on Thursday night for the A.G.M.
Amongst the crowd were many non members and even some from other broadcast groups. The room quickly filled to capacity and the meeting started Jewish standard time at 8.30 (30 mins after the advertised time) Continue reading “Lion ready to roar again” »
Wake up in the morning and start to train. It doesn’t matter if you want to cycle around the world or you want to be a lawyer, every guy has his journey. There are bad parts, but it’s all part of the journey – things happen. Listen to the heart. The heart is the best compass. Continue reading “Roei Sadan “The destination is the journey”” »
Israeli hair product causes infertility in both women and men, for the purpose of eliminating all childbirth in Egypt permanently
Her hit single “Rehab” became the anthem for a troubled celebrity culture.
Despite their opposite approaches to Judaism, Simcha & Gorfinkel both self-describe as Members of the Tribe. “Simcha” is singer-songwriter Sean Altman, the creator of the risque’ comedy song act JEWMONGOUS and the founder and ex-leader of a cappella legends Rockapella. “Gorfinkel” is international Jew of Mystery Jordan B. Gorfinkel, a renowned cartoonist and producer of Jewish a capella.
Elena Bonner has died.
by Joe Ribakoff former director of the Southern California Council for Soviet JewsOne of the Soviet Union’s preeminent dissidents, she passed away in Boston at the age of 88. She outlived the Soviet Union, which collapsed in 1991. Bonner played an important role in the demise of that totalitarian state. Continue reading “Elena Bonner passes away” »
Looks like the calls for “unity” in relation to the chase for the Holy Grail of a Jewish radio station have been buried and the bulls are vying for leader of the pride.
the Jewish history that Goeth was determined to extinguish was only to fall silent rather than disappear.
Forget about the circumcision debate! Who cares what Anthony Weiner was tweeting amongst other things! This is serious stuff.
We would like to advise you that the ACMA has decided not to renew our temporary licence. Their reason is that they do not want to use 96.1 frequency. A press release from the ACMA will follow later this afternoon. The 96.1 frequency will apparently not be allocated to any other group.
The brand’s New York-based designers said they were poking fun at the Fuehrer by depicting him as a contemptible inner-urban dude.
one of Monster Mohel’s Uzi-toting, pais-wearing, Israeli-named assistants restrains the distraught mother Sarah as her husband watches the mohel prepare baby Glick for circumcision.
Finally a solution for the mid east. This works for everyone Jews and Arabs. Andrew Klaven comes up with a proposal that provides equanimity for all.Now why didn’t I think of that. Thanks Andrew
When liberal democracies start banning and controlling individuals choices based on some perceived greater moral good then I hear the echo of John F Kennedy who said
The unity of freedom has never relied on uniformity of opinion.
Perhaps Gene can enlist the KISS army to rally and vote for him into the senate. He might have a shot at being chosen as Secretary of State. He might want to brush up a little on his knowledge of the Entebbe hijacking however. In any case lets give Gene a big tick for saying what many others keep under their make up. Nice one gene
How the producers, public and judges in Israel ever came to agree on Dana’s song as the entry is beyond music sense. Israel has won the contest three times. So there is no shortage of reference points.
Tamar Dolev is a Jewish visual artist currently based in Melbourne.
It may well be that the official complaint, along with public brawling on Lion’s own Facebook page, unfavourable reports in the Australian Jewish News and other online forums, has jeopardised any future applications for a permanent licence.
Israel has many civilians and soldiers who have objected to participating in army service. For most of them it’s a case of a conscientious objection. With this the writer has no objection. However Refaeli’s obvious self-serving sentiment did not go beyond her own selfish career aspirations.
It’s this unrepentant behaviour that signals Winehouse’s place in a very different line of Jewish women—not the “nice” ones who make you chicken soup when you’re sick or assure their sons that they’re the smartest boys in the world and any woman would be lucky to marry them.
For those who are still living in camps albeit in other Arab countries, Abbas indicated they would provide money and support to continue the armed struggle against Israel, but fell short of providing any indication of resettlement
one thing is though – for all you Aussies there is NOTHING like an Aussie BBQ with the trimmings and so far here I haven’t found it – mainly because I don’t have a garden and a nice chunky grill to cook on but Pinchas does a fine job – if I may say so with a little bias.
“During Passover, everyone’s so busy shopping and preparing meals, you don’t have time to handle your chametz,” Herzfeld explained. “This is faster and more efficient.”
Some people should not left alone with a microphone and cam. I am sure they all had good intent.
There is an opportunity here however for Israel to retain the expanded settlement blocks and all of Jerusalem if it plays it smartly.
Nevertheless Jerusalem is calm – people are nervous but still they move about as usual just keep an extra eye open. Everyone has a different feeling but the ideas seem the same.
Jews have been threatened with extinction for over 3000 years and it takes a little time to feel comfortable and safe.
She is the first woman in her family to continue her family legacy of distinguished Persian and Jewish musicianship.
Purim is now used as a vehicle for teaching tolerance, raising awareness about domestic violence, and encouraging children to act according to their own personal set of values.
Jewish humour certainly as an outgrowth of Yiddish humour has a distinctive flavour to it.
We may want to see the likes of Galliano as relics from another era or as mere eccentrics, but they are expressing a set of attitudes that remain deep in the soil and which have never been fully shaken off
Reboot believes that every generation must grapple with the questions of Jewish identity, community and meaning on its own terms.
“Things are loud in a Jewish household. Conversations are up here,” Lorre said, lifting his hand above his head, “they’re pitched pretty high. That’s just the way we talk. Other people go, ‘Why are you yelling?’ I’m not yelling; I’m making a point!
Israel “is a tiny island of democracy in the jungle of the Middle East and Israeli democracy greatly needs our support. It is something that is important to preserve,” Lucas wrote
Israel in the last few years has had the moral high ground stolen from underfoot. The Palestinian cause is treated by most of the world and media as was the Vietnam conflict. Rightly or wrongly Israel is now seen as the pariah, the occupier.
However terrible we may find this, no war waged by any nation can be free of horror and human suffering.
Both Facebook and Google as we all know are creations of extremely creative Jewish individuals. Both applications have changed the world and how it communicates and sources information. No small feat.
The foyer of your building is awash with people carrying gift wrapped Trinkets, flowers and chocolates. Red hearts and silly little baby like images with bows and arrows cover these offerings of love and devotion like the plagues of Egypt. But I am Jewish; it’s really not one of my ‘festivals”. Then why in the hell do I feel so guilty?
If your not a fan of Jon Stewart or even Steven Colbert then sadly your missing out on some great satire as well as comedy.
Lenny’s humour may not seem so funny today. It is perhaps linked or locked to its place and time. However it still has a certain bite to it, because some things don’t change.
You know what it is like to get angry?
Perhaps we are getting too precious over so many instances where the tribe feels the need to protest about use or misuse of what some many consider “exclusive to Jews” a “no go zone” so to speak. Well the boundaries seem to be ever widening and makes Jews look a protected species.
I used to dread the rain; it always got in the way of my plans,now that I live in Israel, rain holds an entirely different meaning for me
surely the producers could have chosen a less shmaltzy title. I mean really..”Oy Vey My son is gay!”
For a large part of the world tonight is the end of another year and with it small and large celebrations to mark a new beggining. For many Jews it’s just another shabbes, marked with traditional candle lightings and Shabbes dinner.
For Jews the abuse of children is an anathema, a contradiction in what it means to have a Jewish home. It goes against all our principles and teachings.
Hairy drama last week as a religious couple decided to take their case of hair abuse and seek compensation from a respected judge.
For those of us educated in the tradition of enlightened Judaism, of Torah im derech eretz, the fact that such primitive statements can emerge from rabbis in a Jewish state is particularly painful.
Now with a little knowledge and lots of copyright infringements,parents can create an invitation that may even go Viral. Does that mean anyone who views it can come? Better warn the caterers.
That’s what happens when you trust a woman banker who looks like Mel Brooks with a red wig
Liel raises an interesting distinction between the attitude about being Jewish, between that of new immigrants from Israel and the FSU now living in America and the established Jewish populace.
I like to think of myself as a reasonably nice, polite, North West London Jewish Girl, but even I couldn’t see a way out of this.
The unique group at NIO came back with a number of scenarios including having whales ram boats, dolphins using their sonar to confuse the on-board radar and giant squid squirting their ink like liquids into the eyes of IHH peace protesters.
Goldberg is dead wrong in this case and I urge everyone to contribute whatever they can in whatever manner they can to help. If Turkey can bury its differences and send help then certainly we in the diaspora have an obligation to support any efforts.
The story of Chanukah is hardly given a mention in the entire Talmud. Less than one page is devoted to it, while other holidays receive entire Tractates reviewing the holiday in depth and detail.
With the joys and the sorrows, of trying to make a life in Israel, I thought that her experiences might be of interest to others. Gail has kindly allowed me to publish her letters as she sends them.
The PA seemingly doesn’t want a state. It finds any way possible not to come to the negotiating table. Rather than deal with facts as they are and move forward, they prefer to be stuck in historical debates. It’s a Freudian method of trying to solve issues by digging through the past and in this case denying it
even though there seems to be plenty of opportunity to dance at weddings and other simchas,there is one area that seemed forbidden,till now!
Asking the Palestinians to recognize Israel as a Jewish state, after Netanyahu had done the equivalent for their prospective state, would appear to be the soul of fairness and reciprocity.
TED Tel Aviv was held in April 2010. If you don’t know what TED is then visit their website. You will find many inspiring and informative videos from some amazing people from all over the world.
Here is one from Computer Science Prof. Shimon Schocken. He is a passionate biker and hiker who believes strongly that outdoor sports can lead to profound psychological and mental change. In this inspiring and highly entertaining talk, Schocken shares his journey to found and lead a special programs for rehabilitating juvenile delinquents through mountain biking.
Hip Hop Hoodíos is a collective that includes members of Grammy-winning groups like The Klezmatics, Santana and Ozomatli.
There are a growing number of converts, curiously from the music industry, who are finding their “mantra” in either Orthodox Judaism (excuse the mixed religious invocation) or at the very least in reconnecting with a distant or estranged heritage.
He is Jewish and she is Indian. Watching it you cant help see the love between the two. But also the watch the families their joy and how they express themselves with arms outstretched during the dancing.
Gabriel Latner is the Cambridge University law student who was assigned by the Cambridge Union debating society to argue the affirmative side of the proposition, “Israel is a rogue state” on October 21, then used the opportunity to take on others on his side and argue in favor of Israel. His conduct earned him a lifetime banning from the Cambridge Union.
Racism is man’s gravest threat to man – the maximum of hatred for a minimum of reason”
Not only that but, they have a shabbes goy watering the plants on Shabbat. No you cant get high on it,but i guess if you get the muchies maybe you can lick it off.
