09/27/2024
Selichot
In addition to the unique prayer services of Rosh Hashana and Yom Kippur,…
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09/27/2024
Appealing for God’s Mercy
As we prepare for the upcoming High Holidays, contemplate the words of the…
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09/26/2024
Symbolic Foods
Since Rosh Hashana is the Day of Judgment, it is customary to eat simanim*,…
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09/26/2024
Shop Now
With Rosh Hashana less than a week away, learn more about and purchase some…
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09/25/2024
Annulment of Vows
“I swear that this time I will lose weight.” “I am going to pray every…
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09/25/2024
Be Careful What You Promise to Do
The annual annulment of vows reminds us how careful we need to be when we…
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09/24/2024
Teshuva: To Where Are We Returning?
The process of introspection and repentance in order to accomplish…
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09/24/2024
Recall a Better Time
When engaging in introspection during this time of year, try to recall and…
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09/23/2024
A Phoenix in Bnei Brak
Fifty-five years ago, corresponding to the 20th of Elul, which is today,…
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09/23/2024
For the Love of Torah
Learn how the Ponevezh Yeshiva was built in Bnei Brak, Israel and became an…
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09/20/2024
Saying Amen
The word “Amen” seems to be one of those words associated with prayer…
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09/20/2024
The Significance of Saying Amen
Don’t miss an opportunity to recite "Amen" to a blessing as it represents…
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09/19/2024
Paying the Pledge
It is easy to pledge money to an organization. There are an astounding…
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09/19/2024
Keeping Your Word
Make certain to take stock of any outstanding pledges which you might owe…
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09/18/2024
The Five Names of Rosh Hashana
In Jewish tradition, Rosh Hashana has several names that can help us…
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09/18/2024
What’s in a Name?
Study the five different names of Rosh Hashana and develop a deeper…
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09/17/2024
Article VI
September 17th is Constitution Day, in honor of the ratification of the…
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09/17/2024
National Gratitude
Be grateful for living in a country that protects an individual's freedom…
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09/16/2024
Forgiveness: An Elul Treat
Many people feel that the three most difficult words to say, in any…
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09/16/2024
Time to Say “I’m Sorry”
ln the run-up to the High Holidays, use the month of Elul proactively by…
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09/13/2024
Positive Thinking
One of the new holidays that has gained traction due to internet calendars…
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09/13/2024
Putting Life Into Perspective
Consider moments during the past year that seemed, on the surface, to be…
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09/12/2024
Swiss Jews
A Jewish presence in Switzerland can be traced back to the Middle Ages.…
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09/12/2024
Appreciating the Good
If you live in a country such as the United States where kosher slaughter…
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09/11/2024
9/11 and Jewish History
The attack on the continental U.S. homeland on September 11, 2001 changed…
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09/11/2024
Reflect on This National Day of Remembrance
Spend significant time today remembering the events of 9/11 and/or read…
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09/10/2024
Travel With a Jewish Twist
When traveling, find out if there is, or was, a Jewish community at your…
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09/10/2024
The Jewish Ghost Town of Utah
As a dry wind blows across the dusty plains just south of Gunnison, Utah, a…
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09/09/2024
Happy Birthday Adam
Adam Richard Sandler was born September 9, 1966 in New York City to Judith…
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09/09/2024
Jewish Celebrities
Support the work of celebrities and artists who take pride in their…
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