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Jewish Food 101

Jewish cuisine is influenced by the foods in the many countries where Jews have lived.

Jews and Premarital Sex

The Torah doesn't explicitly outlaw sex before marriage, but it doesn't approve of it either.

The Fetus in Jewish Law

Does a fetus have the same legal status as a person?

The Role of Community in Life Cycle Events

Private rites can lead to a stronger connection to community.

Tzedakah 101

Tzedakah is not just about charitable contributions, but about justice and righteousness.

Shabbat Rest and Renewal

Two elements that are the essence of Shabbat.

Shabbat As Protest

Observing Shabbat is an antidote to the stresses of daily life.

Is Forgiveness Necessary?

Righting a wrong requires two parties.

Tzedakah Themes & Theology

Although often translated as “charity,” tzedakah is not equivalent to charity. Rather, its root means “justice.”

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