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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10/24/2023
The Flying Rabbi
On October 24, 2011, a memorial to 14 Jewish chaplains of the United States…
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10/24/2023
Incredible Selfless Dedication
Take a moment to acknowledge the selfless dedication of the chaplains who…
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10/23/2023
Yonah of Geronah
It is a fact of history that students have frequently been at the center of…
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10/23/2023
True Jewish Heroism
Follow the lead of Rabbi Yonah of Geronah and acknowledge wrongdoing by…
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10/20/2023
All-American Giver
Mervin Pregulman earned his initial fame as a college football star, but…
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10/20/2023
American Appreciation
Take a moment to appreciate the privilege of living in a Malchut Shel…
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10/19/2023
Original Vegetarianism: Where’s The Beef?
Adam and Eve were vegetarians. When God placed Adam in the Garden of Eden,…
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10/19/2023
Elevate Your Food
No matter what you eat, think about where it came from and consider how you…
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10/18/2023
Jabotinsky
When Vladimir Yevgenyevich Zhabotinsky was born on October 18, 1880, in…
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10/18/2023
Make a Difference Now!
Support the State of Israel through prayer, giving tzedaka, charity to…
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10/17/2023
A Man of Courage Honored
In 2001, it was recognized that in the course of American history, numerous…
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10/17/2023
Honor Them
Honor the valiant members of the military who have, and continue to serve,…
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10/16/2023
The Month of Mar-Cheshvan
Today is Rosh Chodesh Mar-Cheshvan, the first day of the month of…
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10/16/2023
Time to Focus
Since the new month of Mar-Cheshvan does not contain any Jewish holidays,…
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10/13/2023
Add Light!
Looking at this week's horrific events in Israel and the tragic loss of…
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10/13/2023
Light Shabbat Candles!
Add light to your home by lighting Shabbat candles later today.
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10/12/2023
Ezer K’Negdo
Today’s Treat begins with a short, sweet story about the great Tzaddik of…
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10/12/2023
Life Partner
Treat your partner like an extension of yourself. If you are single, still…
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10/11/2023
Prayers for Israeli Soldiers
These are difficult days for the Jewish people. Vivid print descriptions…
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10/11/2023
Taking Responsibility
Take a moment to add a prayer on behalf of the Israeli soldiers who are in…
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10/10/2023
A Meaningful Act of Kindness
We are all at a loss of how to deal with the tragic unfolding events in…
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10/10/2023
Time to Act
Don't sit on the sidelines. There's much we can do to help our brothers and…
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10/09/2023
Israel Under Fire
Once again, the State of Israel is under siege having been attacked by…
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10/09/2023
Let’s Do Our Part
Each member of the Jewish community has a critical role to play in support…
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10/06/2023
Shemini Atzeret & Simchat Torah
Tonight starts the holiday of Shemini Atzeret, literally the "Gathering of…
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10/06/2023
Chag Sameach
NJOP and Jewish Treats wish our friends and followers a hearty Chag Sameach…
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10/05/2023
The Great Hoshana
Rosh Hashana is known as the Day of Judgment (Yom Hadin), the day on which…
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10/05/2023
Grab the Opportunity
Perform an extra good deed or mitzvah on Hoshana Rabbah to improve your…
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10/04/2023
Vanity of Vanities
Most people are unknowingly familiar with the beginning of the third…
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