09/11/2017

Both Oral and Written

The development of the printing press had an incredible impact on Western…

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09/11/2017

Jewish Library

Strive to acquire a complete Jewish library (Pentateuch, Prophets,…

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09/08/2017

Forgiveness: An Elul Treat

Many feel that the three hardest words to say are: “I am sorry.” Yet, we…

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09/08/2017

Be Honest Within

Sit and think about any people to whom you might have caused harm during…

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09/07/2017

A Synagogue in Mozambique

Mozambique is not the first place one would expect to find a stately…

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09/07/2017

Volunteer

Volunteer in your local Jewish community.

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09/06/2017

Paying the Pledge

It is easy to pledge money to an organization. There are an astounding…

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09/06/2017

Pledge Posts

Take stock of any outstanding pledges which you might owe.

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09/05/2017

Seeking God in Elul

Psalm 27 is read twice daily from the beginning of the month of Elul…

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09/05/2017

Morning Moment

During the rest of the month of Elul, add some personal reflection time…

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09/04/2017

Samuel Gompers, Labor Leader

In honor of Labor Day, Jewish Treats presents a brief biography of Samuel…

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09/04/2017

Calm Compromise

Look for ways to compromise with others.

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09/01/2017

Keep it Fair: Ox and Donkey

“Fair” is a word we hear very often. From our earliest years, human beings…

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09/01/2017

Strength and Talent

When working with people be aware of their unique strengths and talents.

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08/31/2017

The Jews of Luxembourg

When the small European nation of Luxembourg became independent in 1815,…

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08/31/2017

To Tex

Make a donation to help flood victims in Houston.

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08/30/2017

Don’t Wake Them

If you have ever had a noisy neighbor or lived next door to a construction…

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08/30/2017

Shhh Please

Be aware of the amount of noise you create when people in your house are…

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08/29/2017

An Interesting Philologist

Language is considered to be one of the unique characteristics of…

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08/29/2017

Lovely Language

Keep in mind that the words you choose should reflect the person you want…

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08/28/2017

I Am To My Beloved

The Torah verse that epitomizes the emotion of love is: “Anee l’dodi v’dodi…

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08/28/2017

Relationship Development

Write a short list of ways you feel you can build your relationship with…

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08/25/2017

A Teacher Shrouded in Mystery

In 1956, Uruguay received one of its most interesting Jewish immigrants,…

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08/25/2017

Find One

Develop a relationship with someone with whom you can explore Judaism more…

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08/24/2017

Leading Ahead

The Talmudic sage Rabbi Meir used to say, "Great is repentance, for on…

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08/24/2017

You Are Welcome Here

Be warm and welcoming to people who are new to your community.

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08/23/2017

The Jewish Legion

On August 23, 1917, the British government announced that they would create…

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08/23/2017

Charitable Places

Designate a specific place or bank account in which to set aside money for…

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08/22/2017

The Alarm Clock

New beginnings are often difficult.For those who are not “morning people,”…

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08/22/2017

Serious Celebration

Celebrate Rosh Chodesh Elul (the beginning of the month of Elul) with a…

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