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Jewish journal of Iceland
The History of Curb Your Enthusiasm
"The History of Curb Your Enthusiasm" is a video podcast making waves among fans of Curb Your Enthusiasm , available for free on YouTube...
Jul 82 min read
Bad Boy - a teen imprisoned in juvenile detention who discovers the power of creativity to heal
"Bad Boy," a new Israeli drama streaming on Netflix since May 2, 2025, has quickly become a global hit, sweeping seven Israeli Television...
Jul 72 min read
Shtisel
"Shtisel" is an Israeli drama that first aired in 2013 on yes, gaining international acclaim through Netflix. Created by Yehonatan...
Jul 21 min read
The Talmud: Not a Rulebook, But a Conversation That Never Ended
It’s not the Bible. Not a set of laws. Not even a book in the traditional sense! but a 2,000-year-old conversation about ethics, doubt,...
Jul 13 min read
Wolkenbruch's Wondrous Journey into the Arms of a Shiksa
The Awakening of Motti Wolkenbruch is a 2018 Swiss film directed by Michael Steiner, based on the novel by Thomas Meyer. The 94-minute...
Jun 292 min read
David Baddiel - On Comedy, Jewish Identity, and Family Trauma
I first encountered David Baddiel by chance, and with surprise. I was watching "The Infidel," a sharp and funny comedy in which a British...
Jun 183 min read
Kosher in Iceland - A Local Guide for Observant Travelers
Iceland - the land of fire and ice, breathtaking landscapes, waterfalls, glaciers, and geysers. But if you keep kosher, this northern...
Jun 132 min read
Parshat Naso: Blessings, Suspicion, and the Art of Presence
When you carry a community, you lift more than just names. This week’s parsha is called Naso , which means “Lift up.” It begins with a...
Jun 83 min read
Spoonfuls of Tradition
For millennia, long before synthetic pills and gleaming pharmacies—families turned to nature’s own pantry of plants, extracts, and...
Jun 24 min read
Bamidbar – In the Wilderness, With a Plan
Before the journey begins, you need to know who you are — and who you’re walking with. Welcome to the Book of Numbers. But in Hebrew,...
Jun 12 min read
Parashat Behar–Bechukotai: Mountains, Money, and a Very Honest God
Torah thoughts from somewhere between Sinai and the Snæfellsnes Peninsula Welcome to the end of Leviticus. If this book were a Netflix...
May 252 min read
Parashat Emor – Holy Time, Whole People, and One Bad Curse
This week’s parsha is called Emor, which means “Say.” Apparently, God wants Moses to do a lot of that. But what exactly is Moses supposed...
May 183 min read
Lag B’Omer - A Jewish Celebration of Fire and Spirit
A Night of Bonfires and Stories Picture a crisp spring evening, the sky aglow with the flicker of bonfires, laughter echoing, and tales...
May 153 min read
What Is the “Parashat HaShavua”?
What Is the “Parashat HaShavua”? – A Friendly Introduction If you’ve ever been curious about how Jews connect with their ancient...
May 112 min read
Shabbat: A Jewish Island in Time
For many Icelanders, Judaism may seem like something distant—rooted in ancient history or perhaps glimpsed briefly in films or books. But...
May 93 min read
The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel: When Judaism, Humor, and New York Meet on Screen
If you're looking for a series that perfectly blends Jewish wit, stunning period style, and characters that will make you both laugh and...
Apr 192 min read
Jews and Israelis in Iceland
The Jewish community in Iceland, though small, boasts a rich and dynamic history. The earliest documented Jewish presence dates back to...
Apr 12 min read
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