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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

The History & Artistry of the Menorah

Learn about the history and artistry of the 7-branched Menorah, from the ancient Temple to the modern State of Israel. ...

Your Guide to Online Hanukkah Events

Explore the history of Hanukkah fashion, join a papercutting workshop, learn Moroccan piyutim and more!

My Jewish Learning’s Week of Gratitude

For the week of Thanksgiving, check out the abundance of special events all on the theme of gratitude.

When is Sigd 2020?

This Ethiopian Jewish holiday begins at sundown on Sunday, November 15th, 2020.

Where to Stream Simchat Torah Services

Join synagogues from across the country and denominational spectrum for Simchat Torah and Shemini Atzeret services.

Text of the Ushpizin Service

Some recite this short prayer each night of Sukkot, inviting one of seven ancestral guests into the sukkah.

Ushpizin: Inviting in Our Ancestors on Sukkot

The custom of inviting our ancestors to join us in the sukkah has its roots in Jewish mysticism.

Your Guide to the Best Online Sukkot Classes and Events

Learn about and experience Sukkot with these unique classes and workshops from Jewish organizations and synagogues around the world.

Watch Our Weekly Tehillim (Psalms) Recitation

Join My Jewish Learning on Facebook each Friday at 5 PM to recite a selection from the Book of Psalms.

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