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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
9 Things You Didn’t Know About Yom Kippur
Impress your friends and family with these little-known facts about the Day of Atonement.
Hanukkah 2017
Light the menorah through Dec. 19, 2017!
9 Things You Didn’t Know About Rosh Hashanah
Impress your friends and family with these little-known facts about the Jewish New Year.
Why is Hanukkah So Late This Year?
In 2024, Hanukkah doesn't start 'til the night of Dec. 25. Here's why.
Why Is Yom Kippur So Late This Year?
In 2016, Yom Kippur doesn't start until mid-October. Here's why.
Why Is Rosh Hashanah So Late This Year?
In some years, Rosh Hashanah doesn't start until October. Here's why.
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Anxiety Resources
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Addiction: New York Area Resources
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