Publications Regarding Culture
Articles
"A Society without Culture is a Needy Society"
At a session of a conference on "Policy or Culture?” held by IDI and the Sapir Academic College, Minister Chili Tropper spoke of the need for culture to fortify society and not fall victim to divisive discourse
Policy Recommendations for the Minister of Culture and Sports
Written By: Adv. Edna Harel - Fisher
After three contentious election campaigns Israel's new government has been sworn in. IDI's experts weigh-in with their recommendations on the most important issues on the agenda. Edna Harel-Fisher presents recommendations on cultural policy.
Shavuot in Israel: A Celebration of Torah or First Fruits?
Written By: Hizky Shoham
Dr. Hizky Shoham explores the multiple identities of the holiday of Shavuot, which began as an agricultural festival, was transformed into the "holiday of the giving of the Torah," and is most often commemorated as a celebration of Torah in today's Israel—by secular and observant Jews alike.
Voyage to Identity
Written By: Prof. Yedidia Z. Stern
Prof. Yedidia Stern argues that our Jewish identity and culture depend on how we understand and internalize the past.
