Exploring Judaism Writers Fellowship Cohort 2: 2026
Exploring Judaism, the digital home of Conservative/Masorti Judaism, and our Movement’s Center for Human Dignity & Public Policy are partnering to launch a paid, four-month, cohort-based LGBTQ+ Writers Fellowship for Conservative/traditional egalitarian LGBTQ+ writers (18+) to cultivate their professional voice, expand their writing portfolio and network, and share Torah with a broad audience.
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What is Bikur Holim, Visiting the Sick? Why is it Important?
“Bikur holim” in Hebrew means visiting the sick. Here’s some guidance on how to do this important Mitzvah.
I was just offered an Aliyah to the Torah: What do I do?
What do I do when I'm offered an aliyah to the Torah? What is it? This special honor gives us a front row seat at ...
Why Conservative Judaism Changed Sacrifices in the Prayer Book
Explore why Conservative Judaism changed the language of the sacrifices in the prayer book. It shows more about the Movement.
Which animals are kosher?
Rabbi Paul S. Drazen z"l, The Observant Life (Book)
February 14, 2023
Every Day Guidelines for Keeping Kosher
The Torah says which animals are kosher and may be eaten (after an appropriate process) and which animals are not.
A Prayer for Light in Times of Darkness
A Prayer for Light in Times of Darkness as we mourn the souls of Yaron Lischinsky and Sarah Milgram, who were murdered in Washington, D.C.












