American-Israeli Cooperative Enterprise
Jewish Virtual Library: Judasim
This resource presents a wealth of information regarding the Jewish religion. Content ranges from ancient Jewish history to holidays and festivals, to the importance of the synagogue.
Other
Wesley Center for Applied Theology: Flavius Josephus
This resource presents the complete works of the famous Jewish historian from the 1st century C.E. It includes a history of the Jewish people and his account of the war fought by Rome against the Hebrews which resulted in the dispersal...
PBS
Pbs|cet: The Story of the Jews With Simon Schama
Simon Schama travels through three thousand years of Jewish history across Europe, the Middle East, Northern Africa, Bermuda, and into the United States. Notable historical data and images are presented through an interactive map.
Judaism 101
Judaism 101: Magen David
A nice description and history of the famous Jewish symbol. The information is from an Orthodox view.
Ontario Consultants on Religious Tolerance
Religious Tolerance: Christian History
This site provides an interpretation of early Christian history as seen by religious liberals and historians. Includes Pauline Christianity, Jewish Christianity, and Gnostic Christianity. Details early movements by each branch to revolt...
Other
Jews in America: Portal to Jewish American History
Complete with music from Aaron Copland, the Center for Jewish History provides an interactive website that traces the history of Jews in the United States from 1654 until today. Authors provide a searchable gallery of photographs,...
History Teacher
Historyteacher.net: Global Studies: Judaism & Early Jewish History Quiz
Ten multiple choice question quiz is self scored and tests your comprehension of Judaism and early Jewish history.
The History Place
The History Place: Statistics of the Holocaust
This page from The History Place has a chart with the number of Jewish people killed in the Holocaust. Nearly 6 million Jewish people were murdered. This site is disturbing its apparent accuracy of the Jewish slaughter.
University of Chicago
University of Chicago Library: Teaching the Middle East: Exporter of Religion
Learning module considers the significance of the Middle East as a center of religious origins and beliefs. Essays and illustrative materials follow the development of the religious traditions of the region, from the polytheistic animism...
New Advent
Catholic Encyclopedia: Zionists
Provides history of the Zionist movement to segregate the Jewish people as a nation. Also discusses the Zionism in relation to Orthodox Judaism. Please note that "The Catholic Encyclopedia" is a historic reference source and should be...
Other
Uri Kids: Judaism
Scroll your mouse over the page to find out what the pictures symbolize. Click Celebrations, Sacred Spaces, Basic Beliefs, and/or Resources to learn about the Jewish religion.
University of Calgary
Sources: The Tragic History of the "Omer" Season
This resource provides information behind the Omer. Also traces the observance of the ritual among Ashkenazic Jews.
Other
Intro to the Ancient Essenes & the Modern Essene Church
Discusses sources on the Essenes (Philo and Josephus). Also discusses Enoch, founder of the Essenes, the Essenes relationship to Christianity, and their beliefs.
Other
American Jewish Archives: 350 Years of American Jewry
View many different photographs and documents that are important to the history of Jewish immigrants.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: World History: 600 Bce 600 Ce Second Wave Civilizations
We have 2 resources from here but should be cross-checked against embedded videos.
Smart History
Smarthistory: Jewish History in the Post War Period
Overview of the aftermath of the war in Eastern Europe and the transformation of Jewish identity in the late 20th century. With links to additional resources.
Other
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.
American-Israeli Cooperative Enterprise
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.
Internet History Sourcebooks Project
Fordham University: Jewish History Sourcebook: Internet Jewish History Sourcebook
A reference guide to Jewish history sourcebooks.
Digital History
Digital History: American Jews
An interesting look at the Jewish population and culture in America in the 1800s. See how many adapted religious orthodoxy to fit in with American life.
Stanford University
Stanford Encyclopedia of Philosophy: Maimonides
A highly detailed biography of the famous Jewish philosopher and religious thinker. The article provides a thorough analysis of his religious ideas.
American-Israeli Cooperative Enterprise
Jewish Virtual Library: Home Page
A fantastic reference or introduction to Jewish history for teachers and students. You'll find information and photos of Jewish women, politics, maps, and much more.
PBS
Pbs: Simon Schama: The Story of the Jews: Explore the Diaspora: Visual Timeline
A timeline beginning in 587 B.C.E. when the Jews are exiled into Babylonia through persecution under the Roman Empire on through the Crusades, World War II up to the construction of the "Separation Wall." This thorough resource follows...
American-Israeli Cooperative Enterprise
Jewish Virtual Library: Auschwitz Birkenau
The Jewish Virtual Library offers a detailed page explaining all aspects of the Auschwitz-Birkenau concentration/death camp. Contains pictures, personal accounts, and the history of what happened there.