Live

Advertisement

God in Jewish Feminist Theology

The Jewish feminist critique has had a major impact on the language used to describe God.

The Elements of a Brit Bat Jewish Welcoming Ceremony

Despite the relative newness and great varieties of welcoming ceremonies for girls, a basic structure appears to have emerged.

Brit Milah (Bris): Some Laws and Customs

10 things to know about--and think about--when planning a brit milah ceremony.

Circumcision is a Difficult Rite

Circumcision, with all its pain, reminds us of our partnership with God and the pain of fixing a broken world.

What’s in a Jewish Name?

Jewish traditions for selecting a child's name.

A History of Brit Milah

Shifting views and philosophies about the Jewish practice of circumcising baby boys on the eighth day of life.

Tips for Planning an Interfaith Wedding

Seven ways to not stand on ceremony.

Choosing a Hebrew Name After Conversion

The choice of a new name can represent a declaration of intent to embody a particular Jewish value.

What’s in a Name?

A name is a very powerful thing in Jewish tradition.

As You Remembered Sarah

The Torah chronicles the pain of infertility — and the ongoing hope for a child.

Jewish Sephardi Wedding Recipes and Traditions

A recipe for masapan (marzipan) and details on Sephardi wedding customs.

The One Thing We Need to Stop Saying to Our Kids at their Bar or Bat Mitzvah

Celebrating a bar or bat mitzvah is a unique and special time in the life of a child, family and community. ...

Advertisement