Judaica
Two Bnei Brak minors charged in alleged theft of nearly NIS 100,000 worth of silver from synagogues
Police said the investigation began after officers received complaints of break-ins at multiple locations in Bnei Brak, including a synagogue, a residence, and a supermarket.
Hidden in Jerusalem's Old City, collector stumbles upon rare Jewish treasure from Morocco
After a Maryland teacher’s death, a 200-piece Judaica collection finds new life in a Jewish museum
Layla Blenden: Jewelry of kindness
Menorah of Marilyn Monroe sold for $112,522 at auction
Sale of Menorah highlights personal connection Monroe had towards Judaism
Rare Jewish texts showcased in British Library online collection
Display includes 10th century Hebrew Bible, a 14th century manuscript of ‘The Guide for the Perplexed,’ and the first complete printed text of the Mishna from 15th century Naples.
Dostoevsky offends me but I’ll live with it
THINK OF Rome’s debt to ancient Greek culture, literature, religion and law.
Kids leave home; ‘Encyclopedia Judaica’ stays
A picture of the Encyclopedia Judaica just won’t do it. I want it there. It is a mooring that provides me with a sense of security and stability.
Boston museum pays $500K for rare Torah ornaments
Richels was a prolific silversmith with a wide body of work including Christian religious items.
Sotheby's to hold 'Important Judaica' auction
Sotheby's, the international broker of fine art, jewelry and collectibles will hold an auction titled "Important Judaica" on June 5.
Jewish holiday of Lag Ba'omer brings music, smiles and bonfires - pictures
The tomb of a 2nd-century Jewish age turned into a massive celebration for the traditional Meron pilgrimage on Lag Ba'omer.
One of Manhattan’s three remaining Judaica stores is closing
“The next generation doesn’t shop in stores,” he told The Jewish Week. “That’s the nature of the world.”
Ruminations on the siddur
When someone makes a blessing, the one who hears it answers Amen to affirm the theological statement made by his friend and ties himself to the blessing just made.
Rare 150-year-old Torah scroll found in Lodz Jewish Ghetto house
The Lodz municipality was planning to demolish a number of old wooden shacks on the street that used to house Jews during their time in the Ghetto.
