While some students may be familiar with these words, do they know their meaning or the anthem’s complex backstory?
This video and lesson tells the fascinating story of three Jewish militias in pre-State Palestine: Haganah, Irgun and Lechi.
“Do not shoot back!” With these words, Menachem Begin believed he ensured there would be no civil war. This video delves into a wild episode in Israel’s early history: the 1948 Altalena Affair.
Suggested actions, programs, prayers, and activities to do with students.
Paul Bernstein, Founding CEO, Prizmah: Center for Jewish
Day Schools
Dr. Rachel Fish, Co-Founder of Boundless & Special Advisor to Brandeis University
Dr. Keren E. Fraiman, Dean and Chief Academic Officer, Spertus Institute for Jewish Learning and Leadership
Ben Pery, Chief Executive Officer, Momentum
It may sound bizarre, but a shockingly large number of people believe that Jews cause themselves to be hated.