confirmation
Ceremony acknowleging one's commitment to Jewish life and the completion of religious school studies; often held on Shavuot.
the Diaspora
Jewish communities outside Israel.
dreidel
"Spinning top" in Yiddish (derived from German); "sevivon" in Hebrew; toy used in a children's Hanukkah game.
El Malei Rachamim
"God, full of compassion;" memorial prayer.
Elijah's cup
A special cup used during the Passover seder to symbolize Elijah, who symbolizes the coming of the Messianic age.
Elul
The Hebrew month preceding Rosh HaShanah during which one engages in self-reflection and evaluation in preparation for the High Holidays. Traditionally, the shofar is blown each day during the month.
etrog
"Citron." Lemon-like fruit used in Sukkot rituals.
fleishig
Foods derived from meat or meat products.
(the) Four Questions
Four specific questions asked at the beginning of the Passover seder, the answers to which shape the rest of the retelling of the exodus from Egypt. Learn how to recite or sing the Four Questions.
galut
"Exile;" see the Diaspora.