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Publisher: National Jewish Center for Learning and Leadership (U.S.)
Author(s): Vanessa L. Ochs
Research Area: Culture and religion
Keywords: Jewish Continuity; Intermarriage; Assimilation; Values
Type: Brief
Coverage: United States
Abstract:
The author recounts her experience at a Christmas observance with interfaith family members, describing the phenomenon of American Jews who "do" Christmas (as differentiated from "celebrating" it). She questions Jewish parochialism and the boundaries of American assimilation.