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What Do the Words Abba and Ima (Ema) Mean?

Though not originally Hebrew terms, they are now among the most commonly used Hebrew words.

What Do the Hebrew Words ‘Ben’ and ‘Bat’ Mean?

The Hebrew words for son and daughter are used in many ways.

What Does ‘Balabusta’ Mean?

A one-time Jewish homemaker ideal that continues to inspire.

What Does ‘Shabbat Shalom’ Mean?

One of the most common Jewish greetings explained.

Ask the Expert: Kissing the Mezuzah

Why do we tap the mezuzah first and then kiss our hands?

Avodah Zarah 5

Golden calf, silver linings.

Avodah Zarah 3

What does God do all day?

Avodah Zarah 2

Welcome to Tractate Avodah Zarah.

Shevuot 49

Concluding the tractate.

Ask the Ethicist: Having Kids In a Time of Crisis

Is it ethical to bring children into the world if I think they’re going to suffer?

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