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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    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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    12/18/2023

    Just Ask

    Have a question about Jewish law? Ask a rabbi.

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    12/15/2023

    Accepting Wisdom

    “Ben Zoma said: Who is wise? An individual who learns from all people, as…

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    12/15/2023

    Learning From Others

    Listen closely to another person’s advice since it’s quite possible that…

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    12/14/2023

    This is Chanukah

    Tonight is the eighth and final night of Chanukah. After the flames die…

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    12/14/2023

    O’ Chanukah

    Tomorrow, when there will be no more candle lighting to look forward to, do…

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    12/13/2023

    Giving Gifts

    “A person who is diligent in lighting Chanukah candles will have children…

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    12/13/2023

    Give Spiritually Meaningful Gifts

    Think of giving Chanukah presents that represent the timeless messages of…

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    12/12/2023

    Chanukah Yum

    While Jewish holidays are known for their food (except Yom Kippur, of…

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    12/12/2023

    Experiment Now

    Even if you haven’t made doughnuts or latkes before, there's no time like…

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    12/11/2023

    The Chanukiyah

    The term “menorah” is used for both the classic symbol of the holiday of…

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    12/11/2023

    Chanukah Style

    Let your choice of chanukiyah express your own personal style.

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    12/08/2023

    Chanukah and Divine Order

    Chanukah always overlaps with at least one Shabbat (if not two), and since…

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    12/08/2023

    A Special Shabbat

    While welcoming Chanukah by lighting the menorah, and Shabbat, by lighting…

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    12/07/2023

    Special For Chanukah: The Chanukah Blessings

    Tonight, on the first night of Chanukah, one candle/light is placed on the…

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    12/07/2023

    Jewish Light Burns Bright

    In the face of the unspeakable horror that was perpetrated on October 7th,…

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    12/06/2023

    These Lights We Kindle

    While the mitzvah of lighting the menorah is an outward-focused mitzvah –…

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    12/06/2023

    He is Always There

    When reciting Ha’nayrot Halalu after lighting the menorah, remember how G-d…

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    12/05/2023

    The 25th of Kislev

    It is not uncommon to find that significant events in Jewish history…

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