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My Jewish Learning is the leading independent website and digital community for all things Jewish, from Jewish history to text to ritual to prayer to food and much more. We offer a robust website with thousands of articles answering nearly every possible question about Judaism and Jewish life, a daily newsletter guiding subscribers through interesting facts and must-read news about Jewish life and practice, a daily Talmud essay called "A Daily Dose of Talmud," a weekly Shabbat newsletter, dozens of special emails featuring insights into major Jewish topics, and a robust online community through our social media channels. Articles written with the My Jewish Learning byline are authored and edited by our staff. My Jewish Learning's staff includes leading Jewish scholars and journalists. Rachel Scheinerman, who holds a doctorate in Ancient Judaism from Yale University, is My Jewish Learning's Editor, and Ben Harris, a longtime, award-winning journalist covering Jewish topics, is Managing Editor.


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Articles by My Jewish Learning

Notar

Many ancient Jewish sacrifices could be eaten — but only within a certain amount of time.

Piggul

If the priest performing a sacrifice has improper intentions, it can spoil the offering.

Hanukkah 2025: The My Jewish Learning Guide to Gifting

We have Judaica with a twist (think pink kiddush cup), Jewish jewelry, essential reads and so much more.

Is Elk Meat Kosher?

Technically, yes, but it's difficult to procure.

What Is a Vilde Chaya?

An affectionate Yiddish term for an energetic child.

Schepping Naches

This Yiddish expression means something very similar to kvell.

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