by Jewish Original | Jun 19, 2025 | 2021 Posts, All Posts, Holocaust, Jews in Culture, Key Jewish Figures, Trending
Walter Benjamin: A Prolific German-Jewish Philosopher and Cultural Critic On this day in 1892, Walter Benjamin, a German-Jewish philosopher and cultural critic, was born in Berlin. Before his tragic death while attempting to escape Nazi-controlled Europe, he would...
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Marc Chagall: Unraveling the Origins of a Jewish Artist In the heart of what is now known as Belarus, within the former confines of the Russian Empire, Marc Chagall, a prolific Jewish artist (originally born as Moishe Shagal) began his life on July 7, 1887. His...
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On this day, the birth of Franz Kafka is celebrated On this day in Jewish history, we commemorate the birth of Franz Kafka on July 3rd, 1883. This momentous occasion marked the arrival of an individual who would leave a significant mark on the literary world. The...
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The Life and Legacy of Arizal: A Groundbreaking Figure in Lurianic Kabbalah A Turning Point in Jewish History: Av 5, 5332 / July 25th, 1572 On Av 5, 5332, a major milestone marked the life and legacy of Arizal, formally known as Rabbi Isaac ben Shlomo Luria Ashkenazi...
