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Holocaust Scroll

The Conservative movement's creation of this scroll is the latest attempt in contemporary Judaism to create a liturgy for Yom Hashoah.

A Completely Trivial and Out-of-Context Snapshot of Israeli Military Rule

The army usually declares a closure of the Palestinian territories for the holidays, meaning that all permits allowing Palestinians entrance into Israel become null and void.

The First Bat Mitzvah

Rabbi Mordecai Kaplan's daughter's modest break with patriarchal traditions created new religious options for Jewish women.

Herb Marinated Meat and Potato Skewers for Your Favorite Dad

When it comes to husbands there’s no doubt I hit the jackpot. For nearly seven years of marriage, Kenny has proven ...

The Pope, the King, and the Jews

Religion has Begun to Accomplish What Politics Alone Cannot

Shiva: What You Need to Know

Questions and answers about traditions for the seven-day Jewish mourning period.

Grand Kosher Wine Tasting 2014

I introduced my parents to the Jewish Week’s Grand Kosher Wine Tasting at City Winery a few years ago and ...

Time to Eat Some Vegetables

I’ve been eating unhealthy lately. It’s been bad. As much as I try to choose healthy options, I’m not the ...

This is Not the Hanukkah for Baked Latkes or Low-Fat Sour Cream

Vegetable or oven-baked latkes just won't cut it.

Why Parents Are the Only Loved Ones Traditionally Mourned a Full Year

Rites for mothers and fathers are more demanding than those for other relatives, even siblings, spouses and children.

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