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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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Why I Change the Melodies: Exploring Keva and Kavanah

Why I Change the Melodies: Exploring Keva and Kavanah

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What is an Eiruv Tavshilin?

The Deeper Meaning of Havdalah Make it Personal

The Deeper Meaning of Havdalah: Make it Personal

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Tanakh Yomi

Tanakh Yomi: The Beauty Of Daily Study

Tanakh Yomi: The Beauty Of Daily Study

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Common Terms in Torah Study

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Moving House A Recurring Event of Jewish Life
Feb13

Moving House: A Recurring Event of Jewish Life

Every Day Home

No matter if we’re moving two blocks away or crossing an ocean, with only our mezuzah reminds us who we are and how to continue living.

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Feb08

Feeding Pets in a Kosher Home

, February 8, 2023 Every Day Guidelines for Keeping Kosher
It is not forbidden for Jewish individuals to feed their pets non-kosher food, but to keep pet food away from kosher utensils and dishes.
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May03

Restrictions on Kashering Animals

, May 3, 2023 Every Day Kashrut
Even if an animal is killed appropriately, it is still possible for it to be considered non-kosher if that the animal was ill or maimed.
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Are Non-Kosher Animals Permitted for Organ Transplants?
Jul10

Are Non-Kosher Animals Permitted for Organ Transplants?

July 10, 2024 Animals CJLS
Are non-kosher animals permitted for organ transplants? Rabbi Shai Cherry explains the recent teshuvah from the CJLS.
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May25

A Jewish Lens on Investing and Gambling

, May 25, 2023 Business Ethics Commerce
What special ethical concerns arise as the distinction between company owners and customers is blurred by equity investment?
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