Abby Seitz

Abby Seitz is My Jewish Learning's associate editor. She earned a BA in multimedia journalism from Columbia College Chicago and has previously studied in the batei midrash of the Conservative Yeshiva, SVARA and Azara.


Articles by Abby Seitz

30 Festive Songs To Stream This Hanukkah

Listen to Hanukkah music in English, Hebrew, Yiddish and Ladino.

These Nine Tombs Have Attracted Jewish Pilgrims for Centuries

Take a look inside the places that Abraham, King David, Queen Esther and other biblical characters are said to have been buried.

How Does Jewish Matchmaking Work?

Finding a partner through a matchmaker (shadchan) is traditional in some Jewish communities.

Is CBD Kosher?

Gummies, oil and other products containing CBD raise concerns for Jews who keep kosher.

10 Passover Customs from Around the World

Many Jewish communities have developed unique Passover traditions that make the holiday more lively and relevant.

Synagogues of Ukraine, Past and Present

Photos and illustrations of Ukraine's historic synagogues provide a glimpse into Eastern European Jewish life throughout the last 500 years.

16 Jews from Ukraine Who Changed the World

Jews from Ukraine have made essential contributions to Jewish thought and culture, and have also brought world-class talent to science, art, politics and more.

How Purim is Celebrated in Israel

Purim festivities spill onto the street, last multiple days, and are a time for serious fun — for both kids and adults.

The 10 Best Quotes from the Book of Proverbs

This biblical book of sayings and advice is full of wisdom.

8 Hanukkah Traditions From Around the World

From bonfires to hanging menorahs to an extra candle, here are some lesser-known Jewish Hanukkah traditions from all over the globe.