Judaism
Coverage of Judaism in the Nexus archive.
- The undisputed answer to Israel’s legitimacy: The Dead Sea Scrolls
The Dead Sea Scrolls are presented as a significant historical defense of Israel's legitimacy regarding its ancient Jewish connection to the land. Discovered near Qumran and dating from over 2,000 years ago, these manuscripts contain more than just biblical copies; they include rules for religious communities, prayers, legal discussions, and interpretations of Scripture.
- Israel’s Elections: Judaism on the Ballot - Sponsored Content
Israel’s elections are centered on defining Judaism, with the Jewish state’s future contested over the ballot. The issue is highlighted as the most fiercely debated topic in the election.
- Revisiting Emma Goldman: Anarchism, Feminism…and Judaism? - Sponsored Content
The article revisits Emma Goldman, a Jewish anarchist who influenced feminism, free speech, and the American left. It highlights her role in shaping American history through her revolutionary activism.
- Don’t stop me even if you’ve heard this before
The article critiques exclusionary practices in groups like fraternities, country clubs, religions, and political parties, questioning their focus on 'Who we gonna keep out?' over 'Who we gonna let in?' It references Groucho Marx's Jewish exclusion from a Beverly Hills country club and challenges White Christian Nationalists to adhere to the Sermon on the Mount's teachings of forgiveness and non-judgment.
- Lionel Messi’s ostensibly controversial history with Jewish and Israeli life. Spoiler: He’s Catholic
The article discusses how some anti-Zionists are opposing Argentina in the World Cup quarterfinals due to Lionel Messi's alleged Zionism and Judaism, while Israelis support him. It clarifies that Messi is Catholic, countering claims about his religious affiliations.
- Pentagon drops 180 faiths from military's recognized religions list
The Pentagon removed 180 faiths from the military's recognized religions list, reducing the total from over 200 to 31. The change aims to streamline religious preference tracking and improve chaplain support. Chaplains are also instructed to replace rank insignia with religious insignia.
- Pentagon drops 180 faiths from military's recognized religions list
The Pentagon has removed 180 faiths from the military's recognized religions list, reducing the total from over 200 to 31. The change, announced by War Secretary Pete Hegseth and detailed in a memo from Undersecretary Anthony Tata, aims to streamline religious support for service members. The new list includes major faiths like Christianity, Islam, Judaism, and Buddhism.