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Shabbat Blessings
Use this guide to find all of the blessings you'll need to know for a Shabbat observance at home, from sundown on Friday until sundown on Saturday.
Rosh Chodesh
Throughout history, the Jewish people have had a connection to the moon. Other ancient cultures revered the sun. A smaller nation, we saw ourselves in the small moon. Just like God, the moon would always return providing us with the safety of its protective light.
History of Jewish Immigration to Israel (Aliyah)
While Herzl and others were laying the groundwork outside of Palestine for a state, many Jews were moving there from Europe.
B'rit Milah: The Circumcision Ritual
B’rit milah, (literally, “covenant of circumcision”), also called a bris, refers to a religious ritual through which male babies are formally welcomed into the Jewish people.
Rosh HaShanah: Family Activities
Here are some fun Rosh HaShanah-related blessings, rituals crafts and activities for your family to welcome the new year.
Quiz: How Much Do You Know About Jewish Weddings?
Take this quiz to test your knowledge about Jewish wedding preparations and rituals.
The Story of Shavuot: The First Rules for a Free People
At the end of the Passover story "The Greatest Escape", we left the Israelites celebrating their escape from slavery in Egypt. What happened next? Where did they go?
What Are the Best Ways to Talk to Our Children and Grandchildren about Israel?
How do we respond to the media coverage of Israel, some of which is accurate but much of which is outrageously slanted and distorted? How do we deal with our own confusions about Israel when trying to talk to our kids?
English Translations of the Torah Portions
These English translations from The Torah: A Modern Commentary are provided courtesy of the Central Conference of American Rabbis. The full commentary is available in print or as an ebook.