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Teaching Children About Welcoming Guests (Hachnasat Or'chim)
Join the magical “Sparks” Gabi and Rafael as they teach a lesson in hospitality to the Plony family members, who are too distracted to hear the doorbell ringing when their cousin arrives from Israel. Watch the video and engage in discussions and activities to extend the lessons.
7 Questions You’ll Be Asked By the Heavenly Tribunal
These are the questions our tradition says you will be asked when you pass from this world.
Hamantaschen Guide
When we say "Purim," three-cornered cookies are one of the first things that come to mind for many people. But where did they come from? Learn about the history of hamantaschen and browse a selection of recipes for all types of hamantaschen, both sweet and savory.
Responding to Spiritual Questions and Emotional Needs after Tragedies
Following tragedies, especially those that are manmade, people of all ages have questions about how a good God could let terrible tragedies happen.
Matzah Ball Soup Central
Matzah ball soup is one of the most recognizable Passover dishes, indeed, Jewish dishes, ever. As with any classic dish, there are many ways to make it, all of them delicious in different ways. We have collected some of our favorite recipes here for you.
What is Shushan Purim?
Shushan Purim is a unique day in the cycle of Jewish holidays. Purim is the only holiday whose date depends on where you happen to celebrate it. For most of the world, Purim occurs on the 14th of Adar. However, if you happen to reside in Jerusalem or the city of Shushan (where the story of Purim took place) Purim is on the 15th of Adar. Therefore, the observance is called "Shushan Purim."
Support Just Refugee Policy
The current refugee crisis is the most pressing since World War II; more than 22.5 million people qualify for refugee status, over 5 million of them from Syria alone.
The Four Children: A Racial Justice Haggadah Insert
The Wise Child, the Wicked Child, the Simple Child, and the Child Who Does Not Know What to Ask frame a discussion on racial justice for your seder table.
Quiz: Which Purim Character are You?
Which Purim character are you most like? Take our quiz to find out!
L'Taken Shuttle Information
Hilton Shuttle National Airport (DCA) The Hilton does not offer a shuttle from National Airport (DCA). The RAC will be running a shuttle between the Hilton and DCA beginning at 11am on the Friday of a L'Taken seminar. For more information about this shuttle, please email ltaken@rac.org.