14) that DNA analysis has revealed that Columbus was a Sephardic Jew. Rumors of this have been floating around the Jewish world for a long time — long enough for us to wonder: Is it true?

A recent book on Jewish identity before and after Zionism shows the limitations of a progressive critique that doesn’t truly account for the experience of Palestinians. German Jewish refugees ...

A study into the mysterious roots of Christopher Columbus — which began over 20 years ago — suggests that the explorer was of Sephardic Jewish origin, based on an analysis of his DNA. The documentary ...

What about mine? –Regarding yours, I’m overjoyed to be able to tell you that it is the closest to the truth. Albardaner then explains his theory: “Columbus was a Sephardic Jew, following Jewish ...

Sirens sounded into the night on Friday in northern Israel as many Israelis began observing Yom Kippur, the day of atonement, one of the holiest days in the Jewish calendar. The Israeli military ...

The name of the holiday translates from Hebrew to English as the Day of Atonement, and Jewish people may spend the day fasting, attending synagogue or observing the holiday in other ways.

She will explain how this dynamic multilingualism shaped Jewish social, intellectual and creative life in the city. (In English) There will also be a three-part literature seminar on Sunday ...