Gluten-Free Hamantaschen
If you’re eating gluten-free but are craving bubbe’s hamantaschen, you are going to love this new recipe from The Nosher. Read more
Remembering Amalek
On the Sabbath before Purim, the portion of the Torah dealing with Amalek is read. This day is called Shabbat Zachor, the Sabbath of Remembrance. It is a special mitzvah of the Torah to hear the reading and thus remember. Read more
Purim Celebrates Diversity
Purim isn’t just dress-up and desserts! It provides us with some important lessons for living in a multicultural world. Read more
Fast of Esther
A day of fasting is observed before Purim, this year on Thursday, March 13. It commemorates the fast Mordecai and Esther endured, which Esther instituted among all the Persian Jews, prior to her visit to King. Read more
Homemade Costumes
Want to be the life of the Purim party? Try these homemade costume ideas to make the most of your Purim celebrations. Read more
Did you hear the recent story on NPR about the professor who is living in a dumpster for a year? No, not a dirty, grungy kind of place, but a sanitiz...
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The father of philosopher Isaac Abravanel and grandfather of Judah the Lion (arguably the most famous member of this illustrious family) was in his ow...
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Purim's getting close, so we're sharing some camp-themed costume ideas for you to enjoy! One of the most delicious memories of camp is s'mores roasti...
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Weekly Torah Portion
Parashat Tzav
Annual Cycle: Leviticus 6:1 - 8:36
Triennial Cycle: Leviticus 6:1 - 7:10
Summary of Tzav » Challenging Isolation »
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Savory Hamantaschen
Looking for an alternative to poppyseed and jam? These savory hamantaschen are surprisingly delicious.
Purim
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