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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11/15/2013
Why Tiberias is Holy
While Israel is the Holy Land, four of her cities are considered holier…
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11/15/2013
Shabbat Shalom
This Shabbat, greet those you meet with the words, "Shabbat…
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11/14/2013
The Original Little Red Riding Hood
The story of Dinah, the youngest child of Leah, and Jacob’s only named…
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11/13/2013
Random Acts of Kindness
Today, November 13, 2013 is "World Kindness Day." An entire generation of…
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11/13/2013
Paying Attention
Throughout your day, pay attention for opportunities to perform an act of…
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11/12/2013
Fortunate! Fortunate! Forunate!
Central among the morning prayers known as Pesukei D’zimra, Songs of…
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11/12/2013
List It
Take a moment and list, on paper or in your head, all the ways in which you…
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11/11/2013
For The Medal of Honor: The Story of Leonard Kravitz
On March 6, 1951, a platoon of American soldiers serving in the Korean War…
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11/11/2013
Stand Up
Stand up for your friends. Whether at work, school, or in social…
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11/08/2013
A Knotty Subject
The act of knotting was one of the necessary creative works (melacha)…
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11/08/2013
Early Shabbat
Remember that this week Shabbat starts one hour earlier in those locations…
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11/07/2013
Situation in the Suez
The Suez Canal, which connects the Mediterranean Sea to the Red Sea, and…
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11/07/2013
Healthy Choices
Eating healthy is an important aspect of the mitzvah of maintaining one's…
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11/06/2013
The Many Wives of Esau
Have you ever wondered who Esau married? In fact, Esau’s marital history is…
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11/06/2013
Advice
Seek the advice of your parents when contemplating life decisions.
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11/05/2013
Rabbi Dr. Bernard Revel
The list of American rabbinic leaders whose faces have graced U.S. Postage…
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11/04/2013
The Keshet of Kislev
It was during the month of Cheshvan that God sent the heavy rains to cover…
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11/04/2013
A Beautiful Message
When you see a rainbow, remember that it is more than just a thing of…
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11/01/2013
The Meal of the Mourners
Burying one’s loved one is a traumatic experience that not only highlights…
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11/01/2013
How May I Help?
If you have a friend who loses a close relative, be supportive and…
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10/31/2013
Lilith – Queen of the Demons
Although it is not a well-known aspect of Judaism, demons abound in Jewish…
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10/31/2013
Good Neighbor
When reading about the supernatural in Judaism, recognize that there is…
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10/30/2013
Clothing Makes The Man – Clothing Makes The Woman
Although it is often noted that traditional Jews dress differently than…
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10/30/2013
Dress To Express
Dress in such a way that your outward appearance reflects your inner…
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10/29/2013
The House of Assembly
Did you know that the Greek word 'synagogue' is actually a translation of…
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10/29/2013
Take The Time To Explore
If you do not already belong to a synagogue, take the time to get to know…
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10/28/2013
Betty Boop, Popeye and Superman – The Jewish Connection
Name the first talking animated film. The answer most people usually offer…
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10/28/2013
Cheering Up
If someone you know is feeling unwell, make an effort to help them feel…
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