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The Crown Heights Riots

The outbreak of violence in 1991 was fueled by anti-Semitism.

Should Jews Trick-or-Treat on Halloween?

Though many Jewish children go trick-or-treating, this writer explains why he's against it.

Havurah Judaism

The havurah movement and The Jewish Catalog blended Judaism with the 1960s counterculture.

Jewish Clothing in the Middle Ages

For the most part, Jews dressed like their neighbors. But some trends were outlawed by rabbis.

12 Things to Bring Back from Israel

All the chocolate, spices and wine your suitcase can carry.

How to Navigate High Holiday Morning Services

Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur services feature many additions that can make the services difficult to follow. Here’s a guide.

Planting for the Future

Parashat Kedoshim teaches us to preserve our natural resources.

Parashat Noach: Summary

A flood destroys all living creatures, aside from Noah, his family and the animals in their ark.

Medicine, Healing and the Jewish Tradition

Despite early theological objections, Jewish law views the practice of medicine as a mitzvah.

Judy Blume

How a critically acclaimed author has been a victim of censorship.

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