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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07/04/2013
Patriotic Celebration
Celebrate Independence Day in honor of a country that gives us our right to…
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07/03/2013
Place Your Bets
The Talmud states that professional gamblers are among the four types of…
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07/03/2013
Wise Time
Use your spare time to become involved in a charity or help those in your…
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07/02/2013
Did You Say Satan?
The word Satan derives from the Hebrew satan, literally “hinderer.”…
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07/02/2013
Refocus
Try to think about times of challenge as opportunities for growth.
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07/01/2013
Musical Politicians in Victoria, B.C.
Lumley and Selim Franklin moved to Victoria, British Columbia, in 1858,…
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07/01/2013
Organize
If you enjoy learning about Judaism, form a group with whom to study…
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06/28/2013
Don’t Gotcha!
All of the 39 m’lachot (creative labors prohibited on Shabbat) are derived…
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06/28/2013
Bug Off
If you are in a situation (at a campground) on Shabbat, use a spray-on bug…
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06/27/2013
Moses’ Sons
The inherent desire to have one’s legacy last into the future is, most…
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06/27/2013
Your Guidance
Demonstrate to your children (or the children in your life) how to love…
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06/26/2013
Madagascar and the Jews
The island of Madagascar has never been the home to a formal Jewish…
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06/26/2013
On Hand
Try and keep a few single dollars on hand to distribute for charity.
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06/25/2013
The End of the Tamid Offering
In the year that the Israelites left Egypt, on the 17th day of Tammuz,…
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06/25/2013
The Three Weeks
“When Av enters, we must lessen our rejoicing,” declare the Talmudic sages…
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06/25/2013
Contemplate
Whether you are able to fast today or not, take a few moments and…
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06/24/2013
The Fast of the 17th of Tammuz
Everyone knows about Yom Kippur. There are, however, several other fast…
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06/24/2013
Nu, Don’t Eat
A popular joke: Most Jewish holidays can be subsumed under the pithy…
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06/24/2013
Prepare Today
Prepare today for tomorrow's fast by drinking a lot of water.
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06/21/2013
Cycles of Seasons
While the Jewish calendar is lunar based, meaning that each month is…
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06/21/2013
So Solstice
If the sun is shining today, go out and celebrate summer weather (and…
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06/20/2013
Love and Hate
The juxtaposition between love and hate is fascinating. The relationship…
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06/20/2013
Turn It Around
If you are experiencing a feeling of hate, start trying to be nice to that…
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06/19/2013
Dear Yenta: The Matchmaker (Shadchan)
“Matchmaker, matchmaker / Look through your book / And make me a perfect…
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06/19/2013
It’s Who You Know
If you know a nice Jewish guy for a nice Jewish gal, make a casual…
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06/18/2013
Waterloo Waterlooplein
On June 18, 1815, Napoleon and his armies were defeated by the Seventh…
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06/18/2013
Share The Pride
If you discover Jewish roots to a custom or location, share that…
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06/17/2013
Something Extra In Your Lettuce?
Here’s a delicious sounding salad: romaine lettuce, spinach, cauliflower,…
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06/17/2013
Healthy Lunch
Take a few extra moments and prepare a healthy lunch for your day.
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06/16/2013
The Importance of Dad
In honor of Father's Day, Jewish Treats presents this classic…
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