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Why Do We Read the Book of Ruth on Shavuot?
No story in the Bible better demonstrates than the Book of Ruth the extraordinary power of love that goes beyond the expected obligation.
Shavuot Reexamined: How Can We Elevate the Holiday?
How can we reexamine this often-underlooked festival and apply it to our lives as Reform Jews? In this interview, Rabbi Matt Green of Congregation Beth Elohim (CBE) in Brooklyn, N.Y., talks a bit about what Shavuot means to him and how we, as Reform Jews, can apply it to our lives.
All Things Challah: 14 Recipes to Sweeten Shabbat
Find expert challah hacks and every kind of challah recipe imaginable in this one handy guide.
Seven Ways to Make Summer Shabbats Special
For many people, Shabbat is a distinctive day throughout every season of the year. During the summer, it can be an extra special time – here are seven things you can do for rest, reflection, and fun.
Labor Day: A Shabbat for Us All
The first Monday of September, Labor Day, is a type of “national Shabbat.” As a nation, we put down our tools, take our hands off our keyboards, and celebrate the work and achievement of American workers throughout history.
Blessings and Customs for Shabbat
Learn about the customs of the Shabbat table, and the meanings behind them.
3 Recipes for Ice Cream with a Jewish Twist!
Whether it’s during Shavuot, on a toasty summer day, on Ice Cream for Breakfast Day (the second Saturday in February), or even in the middle of winter, ice cream is one of the most beloved desserts we can think of – and we’ve got a few Jewishly inspired recipes you’re going to love.
13 Recipes for a Delightfully Dairy-Full Shavuot
Whether you stay up all night or have other plans, these recipes will make your Shavuot observance as sweet and delicious as the words of the Torah.