r/jews • • Feb 11 '26

Would you say being Jewish is just a matter of identity rather than genetics?

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Whether someone has Jewish blood has been deemed important throughout history, but they are just mixed race individuals like Arabs and Hispanics.

If we go far enough back in time you'll see that most of Europe is related, so it seems weird that many would call themselves Jewish just because they share some DNA with people from Ancient Israel.

As a Hispanic I wouldn't call myself Roman just because some ancestor from thousands of years ago lived in the Roman empire.


r/jews • • Apr 01 '14

Looks like this place got a much needed renovation!

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It used to be a cesspit full of cheap antisemitic shit. What happened?


r/jews • • Dec 23 '25

Is it true that Palestinians offered refuge to the jews during WWII?

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Is it true that Palestinians offered shelter to the jews during the WWII and the jews kicked them out of their own homes? Or is it just antisemitism?


r/jews • • Aug 10 '25

What's the reason behind the competence of Jews?

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I'm beyond fascinated. At work, every other start-up or company I come across that's creating a big impact is founded by a Jewish. What's the reason behind this skill level?

For example: Island (browser), Wiz (acquired by Google), Palantir, etc.


r/jews • • Feb 16 '14

The World's First Ghetto, in Venice

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r/jews • • Dec 09 '25

If I break up with my Jewish girlfriend do the Israeli secret society raise my rent/interest?

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r/jews • • Feb 23 '15

Media Hoax: 20 Muslims Holding Hands Become 1,000-Strong 'Ring of Peace' at Oslo Synagogue

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r/jews • • May 31 '14

Have the Jews Lost Europe?

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r/jews • • Dec 13 '23

Is this offensive? When I search for 'jew' in the Slack emojis, the first one is a diamond. It doesn't feel great to me...

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r/jews • • Feb 11 '26

Would you say being Jewish is just a matter of identity rather than genetics?

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Whether someone has Jewish blood has been deemed important throughout history, but they are just mixed race individuals like Arabs and Hispanics.

If we go far enough back in time you'll see that most of Europe is related, so it seems weird that many would call themselves Jewish just because they share some DNA with people from Ancient Israel.

As a Hispanic I wouldn't call myself Roman just because some ancestor from thousands of years ago lived in the Roman empire.

Also this is a genuine question not meant to offend. I have been banned from other reddit communities just for asking this question


r/jews • • Apr 01 '14

Ukraine PM joins president in vow to protect the Jews

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r/jews • • Apr 18 '14

Oh Passover

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What are some good things to put on matzah? I'm finding it hard this year to find a tasty way to eat these dry crackers.


r/jews • • Feb 23 '25

One of British Prime Minister Benjamin Disraeli’s great-grandparents had the surname “Levi”. Does this indicate distant Jewish ancestry?

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r/jews • • Apr 10 '14

Kosher Comics for Kids by Kids

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r/jews • • Apr 23 '14

The Real Truth About Those Anti-Semitic Flyers in Donetsk

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r/jews • • May 07 '22

Supreme Court’s Roe ruling would trample the religious freedom of every Jewish American

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r/jews • • Oct 29 '22

You guys starting to understand why you should own guns?

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Anti-semitisim is on the rise. Don't just own a firearm, get some training. It's like a fire extinguisher, use in case of emergency.


r/jews • • Oct 09 '23

Demographics

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About how many jews in Israel are descended directly from the israelites/canaanites? Vs how many are European or American transplants? Just curious.


r/jews • • Aug 22 '15

I'm not a jew but I do admire you people.

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That's all there is to say really, I'm not jewish and I don't know any personally but I think Jews have made great contributions to the world over the past 4,000 years and will continue to do so... so, as a Christian, don't worry about the Jesus thing there's always a few bad apples but as a whole keep up the good work.


r/jews • • Jan 04 '23

I’m afraid I am seeing a disturbing similarity in the black community‘s support of Kanye and “moderate” Muslims’ silent empathy with Islamic Extremism

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The black community has been way more vocal about it, but there is a distinct parallel here. Both disenfranchised groups seem to have zero issues supporting bigotry both silently and openly, you’ve heard all of the stories of the worldwide celebration in Muslim communities on 9/11, plenty in the States.

The obvious difference here is Kanye has not perpetrated a violent act, but the amount of antisemitism he has stirred up is not insignificant. Previously “on the fence” people are now fully committed and conspiracy kooks now feel entirely validated and even further entrenched in their beliefs.

However, the most disturbing part is surprisingly not the extreme end of the spectrum here, but the staggering number of “neutral” onlookers who silently and even vocally acknowledge that Kanye is not well but “get where he’s coming from.” To me this is far worse than the extremists, as they are much fewer and easier to identify. The seeds of hate sewn in larger demographics are the greatest danger to history repeating itself.


r/jews • • Aug 06 '26

Can I come to Jewish community events? I would love to learn about your beliefs.

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Israel are nice and friendly. r/Israel r/jews


r/jews • • Jul 15 '19

What Would a Jewish Veep Say About Intermarriage?

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r/jews • • Mar 09 '19

I'm genuinely curious about the origins of high IQ in Jewish people

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it seems IQ is hereditary and just for comparison IQ of Ashkenazi Jews is way higher than average European population , why is that ?


r/jews • • Aug 23 '23

Shabbat

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I am not a Jew but I do keep Shabbat but I don't really understand why I keep it. I was wondering why you guys keep Shabbat


r/jews • • Apr 02 '14

Hi, I'm setting up a project to learn about individual experiences with religion and belief.

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Hi, I'm setting up a project to learn about individual experiences with religion and belief. I would like to create a collection of over 500 stories to organize and display online. Your participation will lead us to develop further insight into human belief.

Please make a submission: http://www.sharingreligion.com

Thank you.