shavuot

Historical events and the development of mysticism leave their mark on this festival.

A revelation they'll beg for year after year.

Why some Jews ritualize their son's first haircut at age 3.

From Sinai to schism.

The Jews accepted the Torah with the statement "naaseh v'nishma" -- we will do and we will hear.

Passover and Shavuot are part of one spiritual journey.

This minor holiday — known for bonfires, weddings and haircuts — takes place about a month after Passover.

Why this central part of the Torah is not in our daily liturgy.

Shavuot has no specific rituals because it is all about receiving God's Torah.