By Talia Ran When taught about the Holocaust, we are asked to never forget those who lost their lives during such a tragic time. However, for some scholars, remembering certain groups may distort history. According to a recent article by the Sydney Morning Herald, there are Holocaust scholars against...
By Michelle Albert A recent article on Slate raises the question of a possible connection between the Last Supper and Passover, dredging up a long-standing source for argument and speculation. On the surface, and indeed to many Jews and Christians, the Last Supper seems to have been...
By Michelle Albert President Obama walked out of a dinner at the White House with Israeli Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu. Petulance and politics probably aren't a good mix. A Palestinian man who tried to bomb a Bronx synagogue in 2000 was recently convicted of a hate crime....
By Michelle Albert Political haikus Skewer talking heads to roast Pass barbecue sauce If you need an outlet for politically-based anger, want to flex your poetic muscles or just need a laugh, Haik U Glenn Beck could be the answer. The blog, supported by Jewish Funds for Justice and...
By Symi Rom-Rymer Did you know that the three pieces of matzo used during Seder represent the holy trinity? Or that a leg of lamb on the Seder place could replace the shank bone? Sound absurd? Perhaps, but not if you’re celebrating Passover as a Christian. Yes,...
By Michelle Albert Just in time for Passover, Jewcy takes a look at haggadahs that suit the wise, wicked, simple and tongue-tied children in all of us. Check out Moment's article on A New Generation of Haggadah Art. Last week, Israeli police raided a warehouse containing seven...
By Symi Rom-Rymer Living in a large, multi-cultural city like New York, you get used to the ethnic parades that come through town. In early fall, there’s the German-American parade with grown men wearing too-tight leder-hosen and sidewalk venders selling copious amounts of bratwurst and pretzels. ...
By Michelle Albert Cupcakes are a long-ranging phenomenon—nay, obsession—here in the States. Ever since Carrie Bradshaw frequented Magnolia Bakery on Sex and the City, people all over have been queuing for these palm-sized cakes slathered in frosting, sprinkles and anything else bakers can possibly fit on...
Get your picture published in Moment Magazine! Where do you read Moment? On a plane, on a train, in the rain? Upside down, dressed as a clown, wearing a crown? We at Moment want to know! Send us your pictures, and every week the editorial staff will...
By Jenna Huntsberger Chocolate, almond, orange - perfect for Passover. If you're really looking to rile up your Jewish friends, ask them about their most detested Passover desserts. We got into just such a discussion at my book club this weekend, and our Jewish members were quick...