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Hanukkah
The holiday of Hanukkah celebrates the miracle of oil, the rededication of the Temple, and the shining of light in the darkness.
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Shabbat
Shabbat is the weekly day of rest, rooted in the story of creation and the Exodus from Egypt, celebrated starting Friday evening at sundown and ending Saturday night.​
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Torah can be a powerful force in our lives.
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How to Light Shabbat Candles: A Beginner’s Guide

How to Light Shabbat Candles: A Beginner’s Guide

Kabbalat Shabbat: Seeking Stability in College

Why and How We Should Play Games on Shabbat

Why and How We Should Play Games on Shabbat

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Tanakh Yomi

Common Terms in Torah Study

Common Terms in Torah Study

Tanakh Yomi: The Beauty Of Daily Study

Tanakh Yomi: The Beauty Of Daily Study

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Understanding the Jewish Call to Sustainability
Jan03

Understanding The Jewish Call To Sustainability

Climate and Environment Living

Understanding the Jewish call to sustainability is rooted in a new category of mitzvot: bein adam l’adamah, between the self and the Earth.

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May11

What is a Tallit?

, May 11, 2023 Accessories for Prayer Every Day
The tassels of the Tallit, called tzitzit (or tzitzis) in Hebrew, are explicitly intended to serve as a reminder of God’s commandments.
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May15

The Value of Using Set Prayers

, May 15, 2023 Every Day Prayer
By the use of set prayers, are we ipso facto guaranteeing that some will be obliged to recite words they do not find true or ...
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The Meatless Menu
Sep07

The Meatless Menu

September 7, 2023 Every Day Kashrut
Read the explanation of the recent teshuvah, Meatless Menu, about eating in non-kosher vegan and vegetarian restaurants.
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Ketubah: The Contract of Your Life
Nov14

Ketubah: The Contract of Your Life

November 14, 2024 Lifecycles Living
Ketubah might be the most important contract of all. The document that guards the most important treasure in the world - our marriage.
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Guiding Questions: Numbers 30

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Parashat Pinchas

Guiding Questions: Numbers 27

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