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EDITORIAL

On the cover

The past changes a little every time we tell it.

The further we are in our timeline from the story or the memory, the greater the chance of the change. That is, unless it’s documented at the time.

It is hard to believe that precisely 100 years ago, it was decided to create a monthly publication for the sole purpose of keeping the Durban Jewish community up to date with communal news, notices and future events.

What’s more, is that that same magazine, which still carries this ethos is still very much alive and well to this day.

I am truly honoured to be the editor of a publication that is so rich in history, culture, community, and tradition. At the same time the responsibility is overwhelming, especially in today’s world of instant gratification and our current economic constraints.

However, there is something special and unique about Hashalom. Why else would a community magazine still be going strong? And how did it become the oldest Jewish publication still in production in the Southern hemisphere? The answer: our community.

There is a deep and profound connection to our community and, further, to our roots. Our parents, grandparents and great-grandparents all have a place in history - our story. The same can be said for our children and grandchildren.

In the build up to Hashalom’s 100th birthday, I have often wondered if the members of the Circle ever thought that Hashalom would be around today. I know this same thought has crossed my mind for the decades to come. While we cannot predict the future, the possibility is always there, for where there is hope and a dream and a community as unique as ours - the possibilities are limitless.

The concept of Hashalom may have started 100 years ago, but the heart of our community still beats strong within every page.


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Content for class "past" Goes Here	EDITORIAL On the cover The past changes a little every time we tell it. The further we are in our timeline from the story or the memory, the greater the chance of the change. That is, unless it’s documented at the time. It is hard to believe that precisely 100 years ago, it was decided to create a monthly publication for the sole purpose of keeping the Durban Jewish community up to date with communal news, notices and future events. What’s more, is that that same magazine, which still carries this ethos is still very much alive and well to this day. I am truly honoured to be the editor of a publication that is so rich in history, culture, community, and tradition. At the same time the responsibility is overwhelming, especially in today’s world of instant gratification and our current economic constraints. However, there is something special and unique about Hashalom. Why else would a community magazine still be going strong? And how did it become the oldest Jewish publication still in production in the Southern hemisphere? The answer: our community. There is a deep and profound connection to our community and, further, to our roots. Our parents, grandparents and great-grandparents all have a place in history - our story. The same can be said for our children and grandchildren. In the build up to Hashalom’s 100th birthday, I have often wondered if the members of the Circle ever thought that Hashalom would be around today. I know this same thought has crossed my mind for the decades to come. While we cannot predict the future, the possibility is always there, for where there is hope and a dream and a community as unique as ours - the possibilities are limitless. The concept of Hashalom may have started 100 years ago, but the heart of our community still beats strong within every page.