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What Is the Kiddush?

Sanctifying Sabbath and holidays with special blessings over wine.

Rav Ovadia Yosef Has Some Catching Up To Do

The New Republic blog The Plank has a funny post about Sayyid Ali Kameini’s website. Now, I’m not surprised that ...

Liturgy, Rituals and Customs of Jewish Weddings

The Jewish wedding is rich with ceremony, beginning with the announcement of intent to marry and ending with seven days of celebration.

How to Host Shabbat Dinner

It's easier—and more rewarding—than you think!

The Jews of England

Home to some of the worst antisemitic incidents in European history, British Jews have also found England to be one of the most philo-semitic countries of modern times.

How to Raise a Jewish Feminist

Some useful tips for raising children in a religion--and world--that still tends to privilege what is male.

Preparing for Shabbat

Getting ready for the arrival of the Sabbath Queen.

Tu Bishvat 2026

In 2026, Tu Bishvat begins at sundown on Sunday, Feb. 1 and ends at sundown on Monday, Feb. 2.

Kabbalat Shabbat

What happens during the Friday night prayer service.

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