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Southern Judaism & Liminal Spaces

Sometimes being between two words is just the place to be

Keep Saying Their Names

It has been a little more than six months since my last Yizkor service—I missed it on Shemini Atzeret, but ...

Summary of Tractate Sukkah

An introduction to the seventh tractate of the Talmud, dealing with the laws of Sukkot.

Why Are These Icelandic Christmas Sweets Known As Jewish Cookies?

These popular, Nordic butter cookies have a fascinating story to tell.

My #OrthodoxFeministMoment

“Ima, can you help me with my chapter of megillah?” My thirteen-year old son Davi, who recently became a Bar ...

Finding the Calling of My Soul, A Conversion Story

Sometimes your soul knows, before your mind, where it needs to go.

Passover (Pesach) In the Community

Although the central ritual of this festival is the home seder, there are a number of rituals that are observed within the wider community.

Modern Observances of Hanukkah

A holiday influenced by secular society

Is it (Mentally) Healthy to Fall Apart?

Falling apart is a kind of strength.At least, that’s what I’m learning as I reflect this week on the meaning ...

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