Where can I find the dates of the Jewish holidays for next year?
If you are planning a simchah (joyous occasion) or significant event and want to find the corresponding date on the Jewish calendar, check out our Jewish Holiday Calendar.
What is the Jewish symbolism of the pomegranate?
The pomegranate is one of the Seven Species mentioned in the Hebrew Bible as being native to the Land of Israel.
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I’ve been invited to an aufruf for a friend's wedding. What is that?
Aufruf (pronounced "owf-roof," or more colloquially "oof-roof ") is a German word meaning "calling up" and refers to a synagogue celebration on the Shabbat preceding the wedding.
I have heard that in Jewish tradition, parents are responsible for teaching their children to swim. Is that true?
The Talmud (Kiddushin 29a) outlines fathers’ responsibilities to their sons.
My child is going to sleepaway camp. Is there a prayer or blessing that I can say?
Sleep away camp is a wonderful experience for children. It is an opportunity for them to grow, learn new things, and become more independent.