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A collection of articles from a diverse group of Jewish leaders and thinkers that cover philosophical aspects of Jewish Peoplehood as well as practical implications for Jewish organizations, schools and communities. Over the years, the Papers have covered a large range of topics relating to Jewish Peoplehood.

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Jewish Museums as Catalysts for Community

Ivy Barsky

How do museums, often perceived as places where cultural artifacts and traditions go to die, actually play a crucial role in revitalizing and redefining Jewish identity and history, while also serving as platforms for contemporary social dialogue and community engagement?

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18.12

Our Responsibility to Refugees in the 21st Century

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19

our obligation to Refugees: The Exodus from Egypt

Yuval Cherlow

How does Rabbi Yuval Cherlow interpret the Jewish obligation to refugees, drawing from the Exodus from Egypt, and discuss the moral and societal responsibilities of Jews towards refugees?

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19.2

They are us

Manferd Lindenbaum

Manny Lindenbaum, a Holocaust survivor and refugee activist, reflects on his experiences as a refugee and draws parallels to the current global refugee crisis, focusing on the importance of empathy, assistance, and welcoming refugees.

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19.4

our responsibility as Jews for Refugees in the 21st Century: the View From a British- Based humanitarian Charity

Rebecca Singer

Does the Jewish history of migration and the work of World Jewish Relief, rooted in Jewish memory and values, guide and inspire the British Jewish community's response to the current refugee crisis, demonstrating a moral imperative to assist refugees regardless of their background?

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19.6

The american Jewish Community: awake and Mobilized

Jennie Rosenn

Inspired by their history as refugees, the American Jewish community is deeply engaged in the current global refugee crisis, advocating, volunteering, and mobilizing to assist displaced individuals worldwide.

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19.8

The Curriculum and the Vitrine

Benjamin M. Jacobs and Jenna Weissman

Museums, especially those centered on Jewish heritage and history, navigate the complex balance of serving as educational spaces that foster visitor engagement and critical thinking, while addressing the creative tensions between presenting cultural heritage and historical complexities.

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18.13

From the Editor

Shlomi Ravid

"Peoplehood Papers 19" delves into Jewish responsibility towards refugees in the 21st century, examining this through historical, ethical, and theological perspectives, showcasing global Jewish activism for refugees, and critically assessing Israel's policies and actions towards non-Jewish refugees.

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19.1

Immigrants, Strangers and us

Marc d. angel

Torah's teachings provides empathy and responsibility towards immigrants and strangers, drawing from Jewish experiences in Egypt and throughout history.

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19.3

Because We are Jewish

Mark hetfield

How has HIAS evolved from assisting Jewish refugees to helping refugees globally due to Jewish values?

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19.5

german Jews in Response to the Refugee Crisis in germany – notes from a german Rabbi

gesa S. Ederberg

The Jewish community in Berlin, particularly the Oranienburger Strasse Synagogue, actively engages in aiding refugees by forming partnerships with shelters, providing assistance in various forms and cooperation between different religious and cultural groups.

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19.7

how Can We not? Temple Shalom Responds to the Refugee Crisis

Michael L. Feshbach and Karen green

In response to the refugee crisis, Temple Shalom, guided by Jewish values and the moral imperative to welcome strangers, united its community in a powerful effort to support and integrate a Syrian refugee family, transforming strangers into family and exemplifying the spirit of collective action and compassion.

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19.9

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