Developing a Relationship With the Born-Jewish Family

A convert must step gingerly across a minefield of long-held expectations, sometimes complicated by ambivalence toward Jewishness.

Official Holiday Rankings

There sure are a lot of Jewish holidays this season. I happen to be lucky and work for a Jewish ...

Visiting the Soviet Union

I’ve had four opportunities to visit the Soviet Union/Former Soviet Union over the years, the fourth being the trip I’m preparing ...

Making Wine Latkes with Grandma

Yes, "wine latkes" - and no, I cannot share the recipe

Jewish Wisdom from Jewish Educators

Judaism has a lot to tell us about how to live a meaningful life—here's some Jewish wisdom that inspires us.

Rosh Hashanah Customs

How to celebrate the Jewish New Year at home.

Brisket-Stuffed Cabbage

Like many other traditional Ashkenazi Jewish foods I didn’t really grow up eating stuffed cabbage. Italian meatballs and sauce on ...

How to Learn About Judaism Online

A guide to self-paced Jewish study on the Internet.

What Counts as a Jewish Text?

Some case studies to help us decide.