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Science and Rosh Hashanah Do Mix
What did you do this Rosh Hashanah? I spent my holiday in synagogue applying the scientific method, snacking on honey-flavored ...
My Daughter Asked for an Upsherin
“Imma I want an upsherin!” My daughter revealed this mid-way through her first year at a Chabad preschool, where she ...
The Purpose of Beginnings and the Beginnings of Purpose
A few years ago, there was a terrific newspaper cartoon from the strip “Non Sequitur” entitled “The Philosophical Showdown.” It showed ...
Back to… Something New
The High Holidays are a time of reflection, and one of the things I’m reflecting on is how different this ...
Brotherhood of Erstwhile Enemies
We were two Christian Palestinians, four Muslim Palestinians and six Jewish Israelis. The Christians were from Bethlehem, both veterans of ...
Sweet New Year: Sing it With Me!
As I’ve mentioned before, my Jewish experiences have been heavily influenced by music — and my music by Jewish experiences.While recording ...
10 Wines that Pair Perfectly with Rosh Hashanah Brisket
As you prepare for Rosh Hashanah, you have likely been focused on your menu and all the traditional foods to ...
Shabbat Is Not Orthodox
We are a diverse Jewish community. We hold different views on Israel. We have different understandings of Torah. There are ...
Moving On
When is Rosh Hashanah 2015? Find out here. Or wondering when is Yom Kippur 2015? Click here to find out!Here ...
10 Things All Southern High Holiday Service-Goers Will Understand
Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur have a special flavor in the South.
How to Make Honey Apple Cake in a Mug
We know you are out there: those of you who hate to cook and bake. Or those of you who ...
The Loudest Noise
As we get ready for Rosh HaShanah, we get ready to hear the blasts of the Shofar associated with the ...