Parashat Naso
In addition to laws for Levites and Nazirites, Parashat Naso includes the Priestly Blessing, a benediction that has remained a seminal means of invoking the Divine in both the Jewish and Christian traditions. Read more
Vegetarianism
Judaism is opposed to cruelty to animals, yet vegetarianism can be seen as a challenge to rabbinic tradition. Learn more about vegetarianism and its relationship to Jewish law and tradition. Read more
Premarital Sex
Many modern rabbis insist that only sex within the context of marriage is consistent with Jewish ethics. Read a range of opinions from contemporary rabbis on sex outside marriage. Read more
Jews By Choice
There is a Jewish tradition of welcoming converts. But some Jews by choice may experience inappropriate attitudes that they should both understand and, if necessary, confront. Read more
Challah Baking Tips
The Nosher's sharing her little tricks and tools that ensure a perfect challah for your Shabbat table. Check them out! Read more
“The schools would fail through their silence, the Church through its forgiveness, and the home through the denial and silence of the parents.
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Last weekend, my husband and I toured the religious school my daughter will be attending in the fall for her Kindergarten year.
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“Crisis Line.
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Weekly Torah Portion
Parashat Naso
Annual Cycle: Numbers 4:21 - 7:89
Triennial Cycle: Numbers 7:1 - 7:89
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Candle Lighting Times
Brownie Sundae With Espresso
A Shavuot dessert to help you stay up all night.
Shavuot
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