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Traditionally, the Book of Ruth is read on the second day of Shavuot each year. While the story is riveting ...

In American Jewish society a joke has emerged over the past decades that supposedly summarizes all Jewish holidays: “They tried ...

The Book of Ruth is one of five megillahs that are part of Ketuvim, or Writings, the last third of ...

Who knew pets had anything to do with preparation for the holiday?

Tips for the overwhelmed, the last-minute and the lazy.

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

The Passover seder begins with a declaration that we will throw our doors open and invite the poor in — or does it?

Can't make it to synagogue this Purim? No problem.

The heroine of the Purim story is portrayed in contradictory ways in the biblical book that bears her name.

So pretty you won't want to burn 'em.

The sea of Sabbath rules and restrictions can be overwhelming. Here's how to experience them as joy and freedom.

The fall feast is not only celebrated but embraced by many Jews as a tangible symbol of comfort in America.