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A Detailed Explanation of Niddah, or “Family Purity” Laws
How traditional Jewish women prepare for monthly mikveh use.
Fast Days: Synagogue Laws & Customs
Fast days are acknowledged in the synagogue liturgy.
Ancient/Medieval Jewish History, Tisha B'Av
12 Things To Know About the Temple in Jerusalem
On Tisha B’Av, Jews mourn the destruction of the Temple. But how much do you know about what it was really like?
Beliefs & Practices, Clothing & Appearance, Denominations, FAQ, Our Bodies, Study
Why Do So Many Orthodox Men Have Beards?
The Jewish reasons for facial hair, including sidelocks (payot).
Early Proposals for Holocaust Commemoration
Would Yom haShoah be associated with other tragedies, connected to heroism--or stand on its own?
Jeremiah: Prophet of Judgment and of Hope
Jeremiah's tragic message is conveyed by both his prophecies and account of Jerusalem's destruction, but he also gives his people hope.
Beyond The Letter Of The Law
Doing what is "right and good" in the eyes of God means promoting the values of the Torah beyond the explicit laws.
My Killer, My Brother
The instruction not to provoke the descendants of Esau reminds us that there is always potential for family reconciliation.
Why Yom Kippur Is a Joyous Holiday
Jewish texts portray Yom Kippur as a serious day of repentance and reflection — but not one of sadness.