Advertisement

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 ...

Kabbalistic Tu Bishvat Seder: Part 3

In Jewish mystical thought, the Tu Bishvat seder became a time to atone for sexual impropriety by blessing, eating and meditating on the symbolism of fruit.

Shabbat Recipe Roundup: Bye-bye 2011

It’s the last Shabbat of 2011, so better make it special!Looking to start your Shabbat with a festive drink? This ...

Rabban Gamaliel

Many rabbis of the same name served as Nasi or Prince.

Running and Returning

The maze-like path of the labyrinth, leading in and out of a sacred center, echoes an ancient kabbalistic idea.

Chocolate Babka Challah Recipe

If you love sweet challah, this is the ultimate sweet loaf.

The Song of Humanity

Song can remind us of our authentic selves and our genuine power.

Finding Jewish Camelot

Celebrating Sukkot on the Canadian shores of Lake Ontario, as I did as a child, was fraught with complications. Evening ...

Avinu Malkeinu

The prayer for "our father, our king," said on Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur.

Advertisement