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The Friday the Rabbi Made Challah

A couple of years ago, I attended a young adult challah-baking event here in Austin.  Some of the young women ...

Parashat Behar Quiz

Learn more about the weekly Torah portion.

Tools and Tricks for the Best Challah

These tips and equipment will improve any challah recipe.

Online Learning Opportunities from My Jewish Learning

MJL now offers multiple additional ways to learn about Jewish life and ritual from the comfort of home.

Manna for the Soul

Parashat Beshalach teaches that we all need reliable nourishment, for our bodies and our souls.

Summary of Tractate Megillah

This talmudic tractate covers Purim, reading the Torah and more.

How Many Jewish New Years?

In ancient times there were four new years on the Jewish calendar.

Under A Rest

Allowing oneself to be overcome by the exquisiteness of a moment is harder than it seems. Shabbat can help.

Ask the Expert: Applauding During Services

The ancient rabbis forbade clapping on Shabbat — for one very specific reason.

Blessing the Children

This Friday night practice is taken from the priestly blessing.

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