Building the Temple
Ahashverosh
King of Persia (modern-day Iran) and a main character in the Purim story. When his queen, Vashti, refuses to entertain guests at the king’s feast, he banishes her.
Vashti
Former queen of Persia (modern-day Iran) and a main character in the Purim story. Vashti refuses to entertain guests at King Ahashverosh’s feast, and is banished.
(the) Holocaust
From the Greek word meaning "sacrifice by fire", the Holocaust refers to the atrocities committed by Nazi Germany in World War II, including the genocide of six million Jews.
Against Gun Violence
This prayer to end gun violence calls for sane and common sense gun legislation, including a prayer for those who advocate gun control
Birkat HaGomeil
Birkat HaGomeil is a prayer of gratitude recited after overcoming a life-threatening illness or other dangerous event. It is frequently recited during the Torah service.
A Prayer for Memorial Day
Eloheinu v'Elohei avoteinu v'imoteinu - Our God and God of our ancestors