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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.
Articles by My Jewish Learning
When Do Jews Fast?
In addition to Yom Kippur, there are many public and private fasts in Judaism.
What’s So Jewish About Barbie?
Join us to speak to a panel of experts on things Barbie and Jewish, including: Susan Shapiro, author of Barbie: ...
How to Light Candles on Rosh Hashanah
Learn the blessing recited over candles at the beginning of Rosh Hashanah.
Can Non-Jews Receive Synagogue Honors?
Being called to the Torah for an aliyah and leading certain prayers are, among other synagogue rituals, generally reserved for Jews.
When Rosh Hashanah Falls on Shabbat
If the first day of Rosh Hashanah coincides with Shabbat, holiday rituals and liturgy are adjusted.
Jewish Mysticism in Islamic Persia
Jewish mysticism has often been defined as limited to Spanish Kabbalah and Eastern European Hasidic dynasties, while mysticism in Asia ...
Interview with David Adjmi, Author of Lot Six
Author and playwright David Adjmi is renowned for his theatrical projects focusing on peculiar worlds and characters. His 2020 memoir ...