The Wisdom Daily

Cabaret, Racism, and Antisemitism in 2025

June 10, 2025 by Rabbi Denise Handlarski

I deeply inhaled the scent of the lilacs on the trees, populating the green spaces that once framed the Warsaw Ghetto.

September 23, 2024 by Rabbi Eliezer Weinbach

Two books help navigate the enormity of Auschwitz.

October 9, 2024September 20, 2024 by Edie Weinstein

An interview with the composers of “Hidden: The Musical” – A story about Resilience and hope in difficult times.

May 4, 2021May 4, 2021 by Rabbi Brad Hirschfield

“If there is only one book you are going to read….” is not something I say often, and something I … Continue Reading

March 10, 2017February 8, 2017 by Ilona Fried

The ability of Etty Hillesum to find meaning, even while in a concentration camp, reminds us that fulfillment comes from within.

November 20, 2015 by Rabbi Brad Hirschfield

From Odyssey Networks’ Faith on the Record series: After the shocking crimes of terrorism committed in Paris last week, a … Continue Reading

April 16, 2015April 16, 2015 by Jonathan Jacoby

On Thursday, Jews across the world commemorate Yom Hashoah (Holocaust Remembrance Day). For survivors, it is a time to pause … Continue Reading

January 15, 2015 by Rabbi Brad Hirschfield

This week, I was asked a number of questions regarding the use of the swastika. And while it might surprise … Continue Reading

July 30, 2015August 18, 2014 by Rabbi Brad Hirschfield

Imagine writing love letters from Auschwitz. That’s exactly what Welsh soldier Ron Jones did. Captured in 1942 by the Nazis … Continue Reading

November 8, 2013November 8, 2013 by Rabbi Irwin Kula

In case you missed them earlier in the week, here are the top three stories from The Wisdom Daily for … Continue Reading