Dear Jew in the City- This week Americans will show their thanks by getting together and eating Turkey and stuffing. Are there any Jewish customs or rituals for expressing gratitude? Thanks, Adam Dear Adam- Thanks for your question. There is an important characteristic in Judaism called hakaras hatov, acknowledging the good. It is stressed that […]
David Mazouz explains his Orthodox Jewish pride beautifully, “A Jew is a person who…makes it his or her responsibility to go out to the world and to bring light. Someone who counteracts negative stereotypes by helping people everywhere and… I wear that badge with more dignity than I’ve ever worn anything.” Director of Photography: Elie […]
‘Bruce Wayne’ Actor Thanks, Hashem, Celebrates Orthodox Identity David Mazouz, who plays a young Batman on Fox’s ‘Gotham’ television series, was honored for his accomplishments as an Orthodox Jew. The 16-year-old actor was honored at the 5th Annual Jew In the City All Stars Awards Show in New York. During his acceptance speech, Mazouz thanked […]
Meet David Mazouz, former co-star to Kiefer Sutherland and yeshiva day school student who loves learning Gemara. “Judaism is where I feel most comfortable always, and it always will be. That’s where I feel at home. Whenever I don’t really know what to do in a certain situation, or I’m lost in any kind of way…Judaism, […]
Secaucus is buzzing today and tomorrow with the elite of the kosher food industry, as Kosherfest 2017 brings the latest in kosher food innovations to consumers and buyers alike. With hundreds of new products from all over the world being debuted, there were a few standouts that are sure to make life as a kosher […]
In this inspiring speech, Ruchie Freier proves that you never have to sacrifice who you are to become who you want to be. Director of Photography – Elie Gabor www.eliecreative.com
