Comments on: Moving away from the Holocaust: so what or now what?

By: Nina

Nina — Wed, 06 Jul 2011 01:59:55 +0000

Great article. I think it’s very healthy and necessary for Jewish identity to be about ACTIVE participation in Jewish life and rituals and not ONLY about teaching/learning lessons of the Holocaust. Of course I say this not to minimize the important of the teaching/learning, but it’s not enough to sustain Judaism or give people reasons to remain Jewish.

By: Andrea

Andrea — Thu, 27 May 2010 03:45:19 +0000

While I believe stories of survival can be uplifting, we must be cautious that with the passage of time the truth of the horrors (and disbelief about these truths) must not be minimized. I have grave concerns about the loss of this generation of survivors because there is danger in minimization of the stories and their immense sadness and loss. These losses will affect future generations…..we need to continue to live with vibrance but hold a special place for the losses in our history.

By: Mike

Mike — Wed, 26 May 2010 18:15:02 +0000

Mr. Kapel, you don’t need to apologize to me. You did not offend me. Shocked, yes; but shock wears off.

For what it’s worth, I do agree that stories of survival could be uplifting. I suppose it depends on how it’s done — and on the audience.
After all, on Pesach we do celebrate our freedom, not focusing exclusively on the slavery that preceded it.

Good luck.

By: Jason (author)

Jason (author) — Wed, 26 May 2010 16:04:25 +0000

I do want to apologize deeply for offending Mike and anyone else who took offense to my Yom HaShoah party comment. I realize my choice of words is regrettable. But I stand by the idea within that bullet point. While the tragedy and sadness is unavoidable, I do believe there is a way to use that day and those emotions to create an event with like minded people that can be uplifting and beneficial. Monday is Memorial Day, a day of remembrance for those who have died in our nation’s service. We honor this day by having Barbeques, being with family, and enjoying the warm weather. Is that crass? I haven’t thought about it, maybe it is.

By: Liora

Liora — Tue, 25 May 2010 18:40:16 +0000

This topic has been on my mind alot lately. I’m also 3G.You havesomegreatideas.Letmeknoif the vodka bash comes together…