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Noodle Kugel and the Olympics
Publication Date: July 2009
Publisher(s): National Jewish Center for Learning and Leadership (U.S.)
Author(s): David Nelson
Series: CLAL on Culture Archive
Special Collection: Berman Jewish Policy Archive
Topic: Culture and religion (Religion and religious groups)
Social conditions (Sports)
Keywords: Jewish Values; Recreation; Health
Type: Brief
Coverage: United States
Abstract:
After being caught up in the excitement of the Olympics, the author notes that Jewish culture has never given much attention or respect to athletic prowess. The author suggests, humorously, that the time has come for the Jewish community to care about their bodies as much they care about their LSAT scores.