Scholars in Session: A Pickle Problem-The Deli Revival and American Jewish Religion
The J – Detroit 6600 W Maple Rd,Prof. Rachel B. Gross explores how participating in the deli revival provides an alternative, under-appreciated way of practicing in American Jewish life. In her book, _Beyond the Synagogue: Jewish Nostalgia as Religious Practice,_ the author traces American Jews’ involvement in a broad array of ostensibly nonreligious activities. From conducting Jewish genealogical research, visiting Jewish historic […]