From the monthly archives: January 2013

Dr. Olson Publishes Book on Nathan Birnbaum

On January 31, 2013 · In News, Publications

This book explores the life and thought of one of the most important but least known figures in early Zionism, Nathan Birnbaum. Now remembered mainly for his coinage of the word “Zionism,” Birnbaum was a towering figure in early Jewish nationalism. Because of his unusual intellectual trajectory, however, he has been written out of […]

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Dr. Rynhold co-edits Festschrift for Chief Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks

On January 30, 2013 · In News, Publications

Radical Responsibility is a collection of original essays that celebrate the intellectual legacy of one of the greatest Jewish thinkers of our time, Rabbi Jonathan Sacks. In Radical Responsibility, the contributing writers – thirteen luminaries of Jewish and Western thought (including Revel Dean, Dr. David Berger) – explore themes fundamental to Rabbi Sacks’ lifework: […]

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Revel PhD Student and Jewish Press Editor Publishes Book

On January 29, 2013 · In News

Revel congratulates Elliot Resnick (BRGS ’10) on his publication of Movers and Shakers. This new book contains interviews with 60 famous “movers and shakers” whom he has interviewed during his tenure as an editor and writer at The Jewish Press. It includes such personalities as Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks, Rabbi Adin Steinsaltz, Governor David […]

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Dr. Tsadik Delivers Paper at Conference on Iranian Jewish History

On January 29, 2013 · In News, Research

Revel Professor Daniel Tsadik, Assistant Professor of Sepharadic and Iranian studies, delivered a paper entitled “Jews under Shi’ite Rule” at the conference “From Ancient Persia to Contemporary LA: 2,700 Years of Iranian Jewish History.” The major theme of the conference was the multifaceted history and culture of the Jews of Iran throughout the ages. […]

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Revel Alumnus Publishes Work on Yoma

On January 28, 2013 · In News

Revel wishes a Mazel Tov to Steven Goldsmith (BRGS ’07) on his publication of  Imrah Tzrufah on Masechet Yoma. The work provides an analysis of the laws of Avodat Yom Hakippurim in the Beit Hamikdash and the details of the observance of the laws of Yom Kippur and may be a useful companion to […]

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