Mourning for Non-Jews
Although Jewish tradition has relatively little to say about mourning for non-Jews, the subject is hardly new. Through history, Jews have grieved for gentile friends, neighbors, and business associates. But how? Read more
Labane
Labane, a thick yogurt-based cheese, often makes an appearance at Israeli breakfast tables. Perfect for dunking with fresh pita bread, start your day with this refreshing dish. Read more
Moses
Although many ancient "abandoned hero" stories survive, the biblical example of the story Moses has some clear points of departure. Read more
Glatt Kosher
Glatt means smooth in Yiddish, and in the context of kashrut it means that the lungs of the animal were smooth, without any adhesions that could potentially render it unkosher. Read more
I became Bar Mitzvah on April 20th, 2002, the 130th anniversary of Hitler’s birth.
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Along with the rest of the world, particularly, the interconnected collective family known as "the Jewish community," our hearts broke when we hea...
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It may come as a surprise that food bloggers like to get to know…other food bloggers.
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Weekly Torah Portion
Parashat Sh'mot
Annual Cycle: Exodus 1:1 - 6:1
Triennial Cycle: Exodus 1:1 -2:25
Summary of Sh'mot » Believing the Exodus Story »
Candle-Lighting Times
Plov
A signature Uzbeki rice and meat dish.
Halakhah (Jewish Law)
How much do you know about Jewish law and its foundational texts?
