The founder of Hasidism is shrouded in legend and mystery.

In Birkat Hahammah (the Blessing of the Sun), the rabbis acknowledged the power of nature, but put the emphasis on its Creator.

This week, my partner and I sat down to plan our seder. For us, this involves much more than deciding ...

Steeped in knowledge.

Sunday night (October 4, 2015) begins Shemini Atzeret, the last festival in the summer/fall Jewish holiday cycle. For many moderns, ...

A dairy meal that allows the veggies to shine.

Welcome to Tractate Rosh Hashanah!

Is it better to act out of volition or obligation?

Shushan Purim is the day when residents of walled cities, like Jerusalem, observe the holiday.

The third section of the Tanakh, or Hebrew Bible, includes poetry, philosophy, history and stories.