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Nedarim 78

Who declared Shabbat?

I’m sorry, it’s a SIMCHAH!

I know, I should say something.  But I don’t.  I’m sorry.  Every time someone calls a joyous event a “mitzvah,” ...

Bring It On, Elul

Today is the first day of Elul, the last month in the Jewish calendar. Traditionally we use this month to ...

Sukkah of Peace

The most universalist of Jewish holidays, Sukkot is the celebratory coda of Judaism's annual initiation rites.

How Many Days is Shavuot in Israel?

In American Jewish society a joke has emerged over the past decades that supposedly summarizes all Jewish holidays: “They tried ...

Jewish Indian Cuisine

India's three Jewish communities have unique histories and unique cuisines.

What Should Your Rabbi Talk About?

Tisha B’Av (Aug. 5th), which commemorates the destruction of the Temple also marks the seven week countdown to Rosh Hashanah. ...

Who Are the Jews of Australia?

The first Jews arrived in Sydney in 1788 and have been joined by successive waves of Jewish immigrants ever since.

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