Celebrate

Acculturation versus assimilation, a question for Jews then as now.

Hanukkah represents the struggle to follow one's values and religion in a pluralistic world that often demands uniformity.

A prayer recited on Simchat Torah

A fast day associated with the new moon.

Foods associated with holidays depend on geography.

Jewish thinking tries to strike a balance between responsibility and forgiveness.

The first Torah reading for Simchat Torah

A messianic vision.

The second Torah reading for Simchat Torah

A connection between Sukkot and this "eighth day of assembly."