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How “Hatikvah” (The Hope) Became Israel’s National Anthem

The surprising history of one of modern Judaism's most important songs.

Whether you're dunking for conversion or for any other reason, here's what to expect at the ritual bath.

Ritual immersion in a natural body of water.

Is it okay to paint or sculpt the human form?

Making it relevant today.

Why Aaron was silent in the wake of his sons' death.

Can I do it myself?

Or, the story of how the so-called marranos returned to Judaism.

The proud and turbulent history of Israel's experiment in communal living.

Made famous by Madonna, these good-luck charms are part of a whole genre of folk traditions and superstitions.

A rabbi weighs in on reciting Mourner's Kaddish for someone you're not related to.

The Haftarah selection comes from Hosea 14:2-10 and Micah 7:18-20. Ashkenazic communities add Joel 2:15-27.