By Maayan Hoffman eJewish Philanthropy
“If
there is anything that I’m so very proud of, it’s the Inspire
Educational Program,” said Rami Ozeri, the founder of the Jerusalem
Biennale.
The
Biennale is meant to be an encounter, it’s website explains: A
collision between … [Read more...] about Inspired by Art
Biennale’s ‘Inspired Educational Program’ Exposes Teens from Israel’s Periphery to the World of Creativity
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4th Jerusalem Biennale for Contemporary Jewish Art to feature 200 Israeli and International Artists, 30 Exhibitions and 14 Venues
The 4th Jerusalem Biennale for Contemporary Jewish Art, which explores the intersection between contemporary art and the Jewish world of content, will this year take as its theme For Heaven’s Sake! (LeShem Shamayim).The 2019 Jerusalem Biennale, which showcases the work of 200 p … [Read more...] about 4th Jerusalem Biennale for Contemporary Jewish Art to feature 200 Israeli and International Artists, 30 Exhibitions and 14 Venues
Velvel Pasternak, z”l, Preserver of a Priceless Chassidic Musical Tradition
By Mordechai Lightstone Song has always been at the heart of Chassidic life and practice. Nigunim, usually wordless melodies, have long held a central place in prayer, study and gatherings. Many are considered acts of Divine musical inspiration, with some of the most uplifting … [Read more...] about Velvel Pasternak, z”l, Preserver of a Priceless Chassidic Musical Tradition
From Deprecation to Appreciation: Celebrating Culture as a Form of Jewish Expression
By Rabbi Shira Koch Epstein When I was a congregational rabbi-educator, many congregants would tell me that they came to synagogue for reasons of family fealty or Jewish identity, but that worship “just didn’t do it for them.” Whether they be regular participants in social justi … [Read more...] about From Deprecation to Appreciation: Celebrating Culture as a Form of Jewish Expression
Israel Festival in Jerusalem Celebrates Freedom of Expression, Multiculturalism
2019 shows will focus on personal identity, community in the complex city of Jerusalem By Maayan Hoffman eJewish Philanthropy An infusion of identity exploration and multiculturalism is about to hit the holy city. The 58th annual Israel Festival in Jerusalem starts May … [Read more...] about Israel Festival in Jerusalem Celebrates Freedom of Expression, Multiculturalism
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