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You Shall Be Joyful

The Torah seems to command us to be happy, but are our feelings within our control?

The Noahide Laws

Seven commandments which, according to Jewish tradition, are incumbent upon all of humankind.

Breaking Bread, Building Bridges

Here in Israel-Palestine, religion is certainly one of the sources of conflict between us, and religious holidays often provide the ...

Are Jews Allowed to Gamble?

In Jewish tradition, gambling is frowned upon, but not prohibited.

Perfect Passovers in Guatemala

The Exodus and Jerusalem shine through life and work of photographer.

Why Fast on Yom Kippur?

Fasting is a physical discipline that translates into ethical behavior.

What Will You Add To Your Seder Plate?

Passover reminds us to honor freedom - and the ongoing struggle against oppression

Food Blessings

I have to eat in holiness and purity, because I am doing God's will by eating.

Campy Lizards, or, A Look Back to My Literary Beginnings

Earlier this week, C. Alexander London wrote about being an accidental adventurer and sequels and the Torah.In honor of the end of Book Expo ...

The Seder Structure and Experience

An overview of preparing for the seder and the elements of a traditional seder.

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