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Lag B’Omer
Reform Rabbi Levi Weiman-Kelman says of Israel’s Lag Ba’omer bonfires: “This is an ecological disaster, it’s virtually rabbi-sanctioned vandalism. Nowadays ...
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Lag Ba’Omer Quiz
Test your knowledge of this minor Jewish holiday!
Best of the Week
The week has come to a close. Let’s take a quick look at the best articles that you hopefully already ...
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OM(er)G: What’s With the Beards?
There’s been some pretty intense facial hair around the ISJL office lately. If you stopped by in May, you might ...
Best of the Week
A lot of excitement this week. Especially on television. Anyone see Lost this week? Here is my 50 word reaction ...
Ask the Expert: Wedding Timing
When can we get married?
Beliefs & Practices, Celebrate, Clothing & Appearance, Lag Ba'Omer
What Is An Upsherin, or Halaqah?
Why some Jews ritualize their son's first haircut at age 3.
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Ask the Expert: Shaving During the Omer
Can I shave my bikini line?
Celebrating Partial-Completion
How Lag Ba'Omer Reminds Us To Celebrate Each Step In Our Journey