Ben Freeman, Jewish leader, educator, and founder of the Jewish pride movement, shares how to celebrate differences, debunk misconceptions about Jewish people, stand for oneness, have the courage to tell your story, and be proud of who you are.
Sharing our stories empowers others and helps us find value within ourselves.
Jewish pride is about embracing identity without compromise and challenging false narratives surrounding Jewish people.
Deep dives
The Value of Sharing Our Stories
We need to share our experiences and stories because they matter. We are more than victims; we are survivors. It is important to find the value and worth within ourselves and share our stories to empower others.
Recognizing the Difference and Celebrating Jewish Identity
Jewish pride is about recognizing and celebrating the uniqueness of the Jewish identity. It is about understanding that being Jewish is not a source of shame, but rather a source of pride. We should honor our culture, traditions, and history and embrace our identity without compromising or assimilating.
Understanding the Manifestations of Anti-Semitism
Anti-Semitism has always existed, and it manifests itself in various ways throughout history. Examples include economic libel, blood libel, conspiracy fantasies, and racial libel. Recognizing these manifestations helps us understand the depth of the issue and challenges the false narratives surrounding Jewish people.
Defending Liberalism and Western Values
In the face of rising radicalism and oppressive regimes, it is crucial for those living in Western democracies to defend liberalism and the values that make these societies great. This includes supporting integration, respecting values, and recognizing the importance of defending individual rights and freedoms.
How can you throw off the yoke of shame and walk with pride? Ben Freeman, Jewish leader, thinker, author, educator, and founder of the modern Jewish pride movement has made it his mission to educate, inspire and empower both Jewish and non-Jewish people from all over the world. He shares how to celebrate your differences, what some of the misconceptions the world has about the Jewish people, how to stand for oneness, how to have the courage to tell your story, and how to be proud of who you are.