Jewish Treats

New blog posts each weekday sharing interesting and enjoyable observations about Judaism, called “Juicy Bits of Judaism.” These bite-sized facts and actions are easy to digest and are a great way to make a daily connection to Judaism in about two minutes.

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    01/08/2024

    Poetic License

    Delve into the poetry of Chaim Nahman Bialik to appreciate his writings…

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    01/05/2024

    Adopting Moses

    In this week’s Torah portion, Shemot, Pharaoh issues his edict directing…

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    01/05/2024

    True Love

    Marvel at the profound impact that adopting parents often have upon the…

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    01/04/2024

    Touching the Equation

    Imagine having a passion for mathematics but lacking the language to…

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    01/04/2024

    Extraordinary Achievements

    During the month of January, National Braille Literacy Month, learn more…

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    01/03/2024

    Humiliation Day

    In an effort to make the calendar more interesting, there are many days on…

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    01/03/2024

    Before We Speak

    Let’s remember to stop and think about the ramifications of what we are…

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    01/02/2024

    A Kosher Buffet

    While it seems a bit counterintuitive to have a day celebrating abundant…

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    01/02/2024

    Healthy Eating

    Eat well-balanced, nutritious meals. Proper nutrition is always an…

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    01/01/2024

    Blood is Life

    January has been labeled National Blood Donor Month, making it an ideal…

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    01/01/2024

    Donating Life

    If you are healthy, consider donating blood to a blood bank as a means of…

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    12/29/2023

    The Messiah – A Jewish Concept

    Because the concept of a Messiah* (Moshiach in Hebrew) is not overtly…

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    12/29/2023

    The Coming of the Messiah

    Pray for the coming of the Messiah, speedily in our days. Citing the…

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    12/28/2023

    Natural Born Athlete

    In the world of sports, Bobbie Rosenfeld had, what a person might call, the…

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    12/28/2023

    Are You Gifted?

    Of course, you are! Everyone is endowed with God-given talent. Parents…

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    12/27/2023

    The Final Analysis

    After the soul departs, it journeys to the gates of heaven where it must…

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    12/27/2023

    How Will You Answer

    According to the Talmud, when the soul departs and we take leave of this…

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    12/26/2023

    Painting Our People

    Born on December 26, 1902, in Rahachow, Belarus (in the Pale of…

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    12/26/2023

    Create a Beautiful Home

    Fill your home with Jewish art and Judaica.

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    12/25/2023

    Jewish Boxing Days?

    In many countries, especially those associated with the United Kingdom,…

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    12/25/2023

    Remember to Tip Generously

    Recognize that your generous tip along with a sincere thank you can go a…

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    12/22/2023

    My Father. Our Father

    Many well-known Jewish songs are based on words from the Bible. While a…

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    12/22/2023

    Love and Reverence

    This Shabbat, think about all the wonderful gifts that you have been given…

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    12/21/2023

    The Tenth of Tevet, Asarah b’Tevet

    And it was in the ninth year of [King Zeddekiah’s] reign, in the tenth…

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    12/21/2023

    Drink Up

    Drink water today to prepare for tomorrow's fast.

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    12/20/2023

    President William Howard Taft – Friend of the Jews

    Jewish Treats presents a quick look at the relationship of President…

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    12/20/2023

    Know Your Presidents

    Recognize those Presidents who used their considerable influence to support…

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    12/19/2023

    The Board of Deputies

    The contemporary Jewish community of England began to form in the late 17th…

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    12/19/2023

    Organized Together

    When you are able, join a local Jewish organization to help members of the…

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    12/18/2023

    Majority Rules

    After the Torah was given, Moses served as the sole judge of the Jewish…

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