Jewish Calendar
Why Some Jews Celebrate Purim One Day Later
Shushan Purim is the day when residents of walled cities, like Jerusalem, observe the holiday.
Why Some Holidays Last Longer Outside Israel
Israelis and liberal Jews observe fewer days for some holidays than traditional Diaspora Jews.
The Month of Elul
This Jewish month marks the period of soul-searching leading up to the High Holidays.
Your Guide to Jewish Holidays
The three categories of Jewish holidays, celebrations and commemorations.