05/18/2009
In The Wilderness
The Torah was given to the Jewish nation in the midst of the wilderness on…
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05/18/2009
The Third Meal
“Eat [the manna] today, for today is Shabbat to God, today you will not…
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05/18/2009
Simple Supper
Prepare some tuna salad and egg salad and invite some neighbors over for…
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05/14/2009
Henna
While all Jewish weddings are centered around the chuppah (wedding canopy),…
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05/14/2009
Happy Here, Happy There
Join in community celebrations such as weddings. Your joy increases the joy…
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05/13/2009
The Littlest Mountain
When the Israelites were gathered at Mount Sinai, God gave them the Torah.…
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05/13/2009
Self-Esteem
Write a list of things about yourself of which you are proud. When you have…
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05/12/2009
“The Splendor”
While the study of Kabbalah (Jewish mysticism) has always been a part of…
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05/11/2009
Lag Ba’omer
The period of mourning (for the 24,000 students of Rabbi Akiva who died of…
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05/11/2009
A Log For The Omer
If you can't get to a bonfire tonight in honor of Lag Ba'omer, light a fire…
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05/08/2009
Thank You, Mom
Don’t forget to call your mother on Sunday, or send her flowers or a card.…
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05/08/2009
The Giving Gift
Give back to your mother in a special way by making a charitable donation…
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05/07/2009
The Second Passover
On the first anniversary of the exodus from Egypt, the Children of Israel…
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05/07/2009
More Matzah
Tomorrow, bring a box of matzah to work to share with your Jewish…
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05/06/2009
When Funerals Are Forbidden
Any man who is a patrilineal descendant of Aaron, the brother of Moses, is…
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05/06/2009
Deepest Condolences
When someone you know suffers the loss of a relative, pay a shiva call, or,…
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05/05/2009
Who Was Rabbi Akiva
Akiva ben Yosef was once an ignorant and illiterate shepherd. So poor and…
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05/05/2009
Getting Started
Choose a Jewish topic that interests you and learn more about it through…
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05/04/2009
Put On A Happy Face
"When one shows his teeth [smiles] to his fellow man, it is better than…
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05/01/2009
Ethics of the Fathers
Ethics - it’s a big word in our day and age. Between political corruption…
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05/01/2009
A Chapter A Day
Pick up a copy of Pirkei Avot at your local library or bookstore.
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04/30/2009
The Father of Political Zionism
Theodor Herzl (Vienna, Austria 1860-1904) was 35 years old when he realized…
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04/30/2009
Spring
Plant a garden. Even a small window garden makes the world more beautiful,…
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04/29/2009
The Hope
In November 2004, the Israeli Knesset formally adopted Hatikva as the…
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04/29/2009
Celebrate Israeli Style
Invite some friends for a falafel and hummus dinner (or just a barbeque) in…
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04/28/2009
Israel Independence Day
On the fifth day of the Hebrew month of Iyar, in the year 5708,…
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04/28/2009
A Sign of Support
Place an Israeli flag on your desk, or as your screensaver, for the day.
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04/27/2009
Israel’s Memorial Day
The State of Israel's independence*, as well as its continued survival, is…
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