Israel Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Interfaith Activity in Israel
Discusses the region of Israel common to the histories of three world religions and the interfaith activities of these three in this region.
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Wbur: This Year in Jerusalem
This Web site allows you to listen to radio broadcasts of various documentaries about the conflict in Jerusalem. Photographs, maps, articles, and news are also available detailing the history of the Holy City.
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Chaim Potok: Maps of Meaning
Read about a speech, given by Chaim Potok, at Seattle Pacific University, in which Potok discusses his novels and their cultural and religious messages. "A Conversation with Chaim Potok," includes Potok's responses to several questions...
Authors Calendar
Author's Calendar: Chaim Potok
Read about the life, career, and literature of Jewish author, Chaim Potok (1929-2002 CE). This essay overviews his upbringing, work, and famous writings. Included are overviews of "The Chosen" (1967) his first novel, as well as "My Name...
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Anit Semitism in Spain
A lengthy article on St. Vicente Ferrer (1350-1419 CE) who launched the campaign against Judaism in Spain and which led to the pogroms of 1391.
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Introduction to Judaism
Explore all aspects of Judaism by clicking on the subtopics or page numbers at the top of the page. Check your understanding by doing the Drop N Drag, Self Check, and Flash Card Activities as you learn about Judaism.
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Jewish Virtual Library: Israel Is Not an Apartheid State
The author analyzes the treatment of Palestinians by attempting to identify and discuss democratic practice which provides equality, and would serve to make Israel unlike an apartheid state.
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Varsity Tutors: Web English Teacher: Langston Hughes
This resource focuses on the works of famous African-American author, Langston Hughes.
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Shoah Memorial: Sarah's Attic
Examine the history of the Shoah indirectly through the stories told by five little children, in Sarah's attic. Designed specifically for young learners, this interactive site also explores Yiddish culture, Judaism, and Jewish life.
Yad Vashem, The World Holocaust Remembrance Center
Yad Vashem: To Build and to Be Built
This online exhibit highlights Jewish people who survived the Holocaust and settled in Israel. Each one has made a unique contribution to the state of Israel and the world. Read short biographies of each along with pictures.
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The Jewish Atlanta Times
The Atlanta Jewish Times provides news and information about Jewish affairs with emphasis on the Atlanta metropolitan area.
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Jewish News: Gorbachev, Shamir Mark Decade of Soviet Aliyah
This article provides insight into religious persecution in the former Soviet Union and Gorbachev's efforts to curb intolerance.
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National Foundation for Jewish Continuity: The Ss St. Louis Project
Here's a piece of American history you problably know little about. In 1939 a ship filled with Jewish refugees sat off the coast of Miami waiting for permission to land. That permission was denied. Find out what happened to the...
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Chabad.org: Chanukah
This resource offers information on Chanukah (Hanukkah). Read the tales of light, the story of Chanukah, explore a complete "how-to" guide on Chanukah, play games, and more!
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Jewish Virtual Library: Adolf Eichmann
A detailed biography of the Nazi Gestapo leader Adolf Eichmann.
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Jewish Virtual Library: The Line of June 4, 1967
Discusses the history of the demarcation lines between Israel and Syria--lines which in part caused the June War.
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Jewish Virtual Library: Israeli Population Statistics Table
A table sorting population demographics by religion, age, and urban centers.
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Jewish Virtual Library: British White Paper of June 1922
The British policy addresses misinterpretations of the Balfour agreement and attempts to ease Arab resentment and fear of Jewish domination through political promises.
Purple Math
Purplemath: "The Bible Says Pi = 3"
Shows how a simple reading from the Bible proves that the Judeo-Christian value of 'pi' is about 3.14 and not 3.
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Read Works: A Child in Hiding
[Free Registration/Login Required] A 5th grader interviews her grandfather about his experiences hiding from Nazis in a farmhouse after escaping his home in Paris. A question sheet is available to help students build skills in reading...
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Orca Book Publishers: Jesse's Star Teaching Guide [Pdf]
Jesse's Star, a novel by Ellen Schwartz, is about a young boy who develops an appreciation and understanding of his Russian Jewish heritage. This teacher's guide includes a book summary, teaching ideas and the author's reflections on...
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Aish Foundation: Understanding the Holocaust
Aish.com is a great resource for information on the Holocaust. The site contains an in-depth overview of the Holocaust, photos, interviews with survivors and relatives of survivors, personal accounts of survival, plus more.
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Jewish Virtual Library: Ghettos in Poland (1939 1941)
Map of Jewish ghettos in Poland established by the Nazi's during the German occupation of Poland. Includes a short description.
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Jewish Virtual Library: Life in the Warsaw Ghetto
Essay describing lives of Jewish people who were sent to live in the Warsaw Ghetto while the Nazis occupied Poland.
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