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Articles by My Jewish Learning
Our Father, Our King
The band Mogwai, a Scottish post-rock trio, wrote a 20-minute epic song, "My Father, My King," which borrows the melody of Avinu Malkeinu.
David Bezmozgis’ film Victoria Day trailer
David Bezmozgis' first film, Victoria Day.
Ask the Expert: Silence Before Bread
Why can't we talk between washing hands and eating bread?
The Gift to Stalin (video)
A multi-awardwinning feature from Kazakhstan
Roasted Egg – Beitzah
On the Passover seder plate, it reminds us of a holiday sacrifice offering and symbolizes the cycle of life.
Haroset (Charoset)
This mixture of fruit and nuts symbolizes the mortar used by the Israelite slaves to build in Egypt.
Karpas – The Spring Greens
Karpas are the green leafy vegetables used on the seder plate for Passover.
Ask the Expert: Capital Punishment in the Torah
How should we respond to adultery?