The devastating events of October 7, 2023, and the subsequent war have profoundly shaken Jewish communities worldwide, compelling everyone to reexamine the concept of Zakhor (remembrance) in the contemporary context. This lecture explores how the ancient commandment to remember takes on new urgency and complexity in light of recent history.
Touching on Yosef Hayim Yerushalmi's groundbreaking work "Zakhor: Jewish History and Jewish Memory", Professor Amir Eshel (Stanford University) explores the content and implications of the commandment to remember. From today’s vantage point, he asks: what needs to be remembered? How does one contextualize October 7th within the broader scope of Jewish history? What role does memory play in fostering resilience and shaping the future?
Moderation: Prof. Dr. Philipp Lenhard (LMU)