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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
Ask the Expert: How Can An Infant Become a Jew?
How do we convert our adopted child?
Ask the Expert: Shabbat in the Land of the Midnight Sun
How can I tell when Shabbat starts if it never gets dark?
Ask the Expert: Organizations for All Jews
Who are the major players in worldwide Jewish life?
What Does A Mashgiach, or Kosher Supervisor, Do?
The person who makes sure a restaurant or food producer complies with Jewish dietary laws.
Ask the Expert: Danger and Tzedakah
How much of a risk can I take to give to the needy?
Israel Day Parade With The Chai Riders
The Chai Riders Motorcycle Club participates in New York City's annual Israel Day Parade.
Ask the Expert: Sunday Services
Are there any Reform temples that still have their main service on Sunday?