Monstrum: Golem--The Mysterious Clay Monster of Jewish Lore

6 minutes 15 seconds

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In Jewish folklore, a golem is an animated anthropomorphic being that is created entirely from inanimate matter. In this episode, Dr. Zarka details how the golem represents the history of the Jewish community and shows how the creature challenges the idea of what it means to be a monster. Part of the "Monstrum" series.

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Runtime: 6 minutes 15 seconds

Topic: Arts, Literature
Subtopic: Folklore, Mythology, Storytelling
Grade/Interest Level: 9 - 12
Release Year: 2019
Producer/Distributor: PBS Digital Studios
Series: Monstrum

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