TED Talks
Jackie Tabick: The balancing act of compassion
While we all agree that compassion is a great idea, Rabbi Tabick acknowledges there are challenges to its execution. She explains how a careful balance of compassion and justice allows us to do good deeds, and keep our sanity.
SciShow
How to Live Forever? Be a Jellyfish
Hank introduces us to another amazing organism - the "immortal jellyfish," Turritopsis dohrnii - and explains how it can extend its life cycle indefinitely through a process known as transdifferentiation.
The Daily Conversation
The Future of World Religion (in 2050)
New ReviewBy 2050, the number of Muslims around the world will nearly equal the number of Christians, as Islam will grow faster than any other major world religion.
Curated Video
Judea VS Rome: the Torah #history #documentary
Judea VS Rome: the Torah #history #documentary
Curated Video
Shared stories
Pupil outcome: I can explain that the Bible is a special book containing important stories. Key learning points: - There are important shared stories with promises in for Christians and Jews. - The Bible has two 'testaments': the Old...
Curated Video
Authority of other sacred texts in Islam
Pupil outcome: I can explain the importance of holy books in Islam, other than the Qur'an. Key learning points: - Belief in the holy books of Islam is a key belief for Muslims. - The Torah, Gospel, Psalms and Scrolls (of Ibrahim) are all...
Professor Dave Explains
The Eastern Mediterranean Part 3: Second Temple Judaism (500 BCE – 100 CE)
Continuing with our study of the Israelites, we reach the period known as Second Temple Judaism. This is because the Israelites were permitted to return to Jerusalem from exile in Babylon and reconstruct their temple. This is also the...
PBS
Golem: The Mysterious Clay Monster of Jewish Lore
Made from clay and animated by the sacred word of G-d, the golem of Jewish origin has evolved from a 6th-century meditation of creation, to a source of labor, and finally, an avenging symbol of redemption. The golem many people recognize...
Wonderscape
Jewish History: From Ancient Israelites to Modern Diaspora
This video explores key milestones in Jewish history, from the era of the Israelites in Egypt, through the Exodus under Moses, to the establishment and fall of the Kingdom of Israel. It highlights significant events like the receiving of...
Wonderscape
Understanding Judaism: History, Interpretations, and the Tradition of Questioning
This video explores the foundational stories and interpretive traditions of Judaism, focusing on Abraham's journey and covenant with God, as depicted in the Torah. It highlights the significance of questioning and critical engagement in...
Wonderscape
Exploring Judaism: History, Beliefs, and Cultural Diversity
This video provides an insightful journey into the history, beliefs, and cultural diversity of Judaism. Tracing its origins to Abraham, the video discusses Judaism's transition from polytheism to monotheism, influencing religions like...
Curated Video
I WONDER - What Is The Torah?
This video is answering the question of what is The Torah.
Next Animation Studio
Microplastic particles found in European rivers
Researchers from the Tara Ocean Foundation collected water samples from nine rivers across Europe and found microplastic particles present in every sample.
Religion for Breakfast
What is the Western Wall?
The Western Wall is one of the most iconic religious sites in the world. Tens of thousands of Jews travel there to pray. But what is the Western Wall?
Easy Languages
20+ Ways to Say "Hi" & "Bye" in Greek | Super Easy Greek 20
20+ Ways to Say "Hi" & "Bye" in Greek | Super Easy Greek 20 Easy Greek is a project to help you learn Greek in an authentic and fun way. We interview people in the streets of Athens and other places in Greece. All our videos have...
CuriosaMente
7 ironías de la Historia
Una explicación animada acerca de que en la historia nada es blanco y negro. A veces hasta los personajes más malvados tienen buenas ideas y quienes se consideran enemigos tienen mucho en común. La historia está llena de ironías y giros...
Curated Video
Developing Leadership Skills: Transparency, Accountability, and Distributed Leadership
Leadership part 2/2: The video is about leadership skills and qualities that make a successful leader. The speaker suggests that while leaders must have a strong vision and be accountable, they must also be open to questions and concerns...
Curated Video
Mixed reaction over Catalan's new President
The election of Quim Torra as regional leader for Catalonia, has a mixed reaction. Torra is a former lawyer and publisher with little political experience. He has the support of the Republican Left and the abstention of the...
Curated Video
Ultra-Orthodox Jews clash with Israeli police over military conscription
Israeli police have cracked down on thousands of ultra-Orthodox men protesting against compulsory military service.
Curated Video
Lifting military exemption for ultra-Orthodox Jewish students sows division in Israel
After Israel's Supreme Court ruled ultra-Orthodox Jewish seminary students may be drafted for military service, people in Israel were split in opinion. In a time of war, 'everyone has to take their part,' said one supporter of the...
Curated Video
Trudeau visits Toronto Holocaust Museum as Jewish Canadians mark Yom HaShoah
As Jewish people around the world commemorate Holocaust Remembrance Day — or Yom HaShoah as it's known in Hebrew — Prime Minister Justin Trudeau visited the Toronto Holocaust Museum for a tour of the exhibits, including a Torah that was...
Curated Video
Kids reflect on the COVID-19 pandemic
Four children share how the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted their lives, what scares them, what they miss and how they’re preparing for an unusual holiday season.
Curated Video
‘It’s a miracle.’ Torah scroll saved from fire at a Greenvale synagogue
Roslyn Highlands firefighter Michael Farca realized a section of the basement belonged to the Chabad of Greenvale, and thanks to his quick thinking and strong faith, he reached in and saved a Torah scroll from the fire.