Going Public
This week's learning is sponsored by Temple Sholom of Greenwich, CT. The rabbis explain that we light the Hanukkah candles in order to publicize the miracle of the holiday. Read more
Knishes With Thanksgiving Leftovers
These bite-sized knishes made with leftover mashed potatoes, turkey and cranberry sauce take your Thanksgiving leftovers to another level. Read more
8 Days of Fun
There are many ways to make this year's Hanukkah a real Festival of Light. Try taking a walk outside in the dark to appreciate the difference between darkness and light. Make your own hanukkiyot, or give each night a different theme. Read more
Tostones for Hanukkah
Look outside the traditional latke box this holiday, and take a cue from the Cuban cookbook. Serve up some fried plantains this Hanukkah. Read more
Parashat Vayigash
In this week's Torah portion Joseph reveals himself to his brothers in an emotional scene. This prompts the entire family to move to Egypt, where Joseph reunites with his father, Jacob. Read more
I’ve never been to a JOFA conference before.
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In my last blog post, I recounted the background of Yiddish linguist Dovid Katz, who has been reporting on troubling manifestations of neo-fascism...
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Every night, for years, when I put my son to bed, I enjoy the ritual (which I know will probably not last much longer) of lying down next to him and r...
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Weekly Torah Portion
Parashat Vayigash
Annual Cycle: Genesis 44:18 - 47:27
Triennial Cycle: Genesis 44:18 -45:27
Jacob and Pharaoh » Joseph's Intermarriage »
Candle Lighting Times
Spiced Hot Chocolate
A spiced hot chocolate recipe for Hanukkah.
Jewish Music
How much do you know about Jewish music?
