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What Does the Hebrew Word ‘Ir’ Mean?

The Hebrew word for city comes from a verbal root that means "wakeful."

What Do the Words Abba and Ima (Ema) Mean?

Though not originally Hebrew terms, they are now among the most commonly used Hebrew words.

What Do the Hebrew Words ‘Ben’ and ‘Bat’ Mean?

The Hebrew words for son and daughter are used in many ways.

What Is the Correct Term for Someone Who Is Not Jewish?

Most terms for non-Jews were at one time neutral, though they are not always heard that way.

What Does ‘Balabusta’ Mean?

A one-time Jewish homemaker ideal that continues to inspire.

What Does ‘Shabbat Shalom’ Mean?

One of the most common Jewish greetings explained.

Ask the Expert: Kissing the Mezuzah

Why do we tap the mezuzah first and then kiss our hands?

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