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Is quinoa kosher for Passover?
Quinoa, a grain-like crop grown in South America, is not one of the grains considered chametz (wheat, barley, rye, oats, spelt, or their derivatives). Some medieval Ashkenazi rabbis ruled that kitniyot (legumes) could not be eaten during Passover because they could be confused with chametz products. Some authorities consider quinoa to be kitniyot, while others do not.
Do Reform Jews Believe in the Messiah?
In the Jewish prayer book, the siddur, there are references to an “end of days”: the Temple in Jerusalem will be rebuilt, the dead who were righteous will be resurrected, and a figure known as the Messiah, or in Hebrew the Moshiach, will restore Israel to new-found glory.
How can we explain circumcision to our friends?
Do you have some talking points we can use with our friends to help them understand our choice as parents?
Youth & Teen Programs
From summer camps to youth groups, teen-powered social action to travel programs in Israel and around the world, there is a place for every young person to connect, learn, grow, and have fun.
Teaching Consent to Our Kids: A Lesson in Kavod (Respect)
Dr. Emily Teck shares how teaching and modeling consent is a form of teaching childern Kavod- respect. .
How to Argue, Discuss, and Disagree… in a Jewish Way
A sermon by Rabbi Jonathan Prosnit on how to be models of arguments a sermon by Rabbi Joonathan Prosnit on how to bring Jewish values into arguements.
Read and Discuss with Kids: "Regina Persisted"
Rabbi Rebecca Rosenthal shares the story of Regina Jonas, the first woman to be ordained as a rabbi, in her children's book "Regina Persisted: An Untold Story"
How to Help Young Children Embrace the Spirit of Hanukkah
BimBam’s animated videos spark connections to Judaism with compelling and engaging digital storytelling for kids, parents, and educators. Check out these Hanukkah videos.
A Holiday Travelogue: 9 Hanukkah Customs From Around the World
Here are nine countries around the world – some warm and some cold – that offer unique traditions that you and your family can use to spice up your Hanukkah celebrations.