Receiving the Torah

Cheesecake

A very dairy treat.

Cheese Lokshen Kugel

This deliciously creamy noodle dish can be made savory or sweet.

Blintzes

A beloved Shavuot traditional recipe

Jewish Confirmation

A modern addition to Shavuot

Why We Read The Book of Ruth on Shavuot

The connections between this story and the spring harvest festival.

Tikkun Leil Shavuot

The all-nighter is an observance that developed on Shavuot.

Finding Meaning in the Omer

A time to prepare for receiving the Torah.

Why Ruth on Shavuot?

The tale of this young Moabite widow teaches a lesson in ethical behavior.

Shavuot Decorations

These are traditionally found both in the home and the synagogue.