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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    02/14/2013

    Finally Buried

    On the 4th of Adar 1307, the Maharam of Rothenberg was buried in the Jewish…

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    02/14/2013

    Last Dignity

    Provide your loved ones with a proper and dignified Jewish burial. For more…

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    02/13/2013

    Who Was Mordechai?

    There are some people in this world who always seem to be right in the…

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    02/13/2013

    Follow Those Who Know

    Follow the advice of Jossie ben Joezer of Tzeredah, who said: "Let…

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    02/12/2013

    The Purim Story In Under 300 Words

    At the end of a 180-day feast, the King of Persia-Medea, Achashverosh,…

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    02/12/2013

    Jewish Heroines

    Honor Jewish heroines by sharing their stories.

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    02/11/2013

    When Adar Begins

    The month of Adar, the twelfth month of the Jewish calendar…

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    02/11/2013

    Getting Ready

    Purim will be celebrated two weeks from yesterday. Find out what Purim…

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    02/08/2013

    Just A Half Shekel

    This Shabbat is Shabbat Shekalim, the Sabbath of Shekels. The…

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    02/08/2013

    Unity Point

    Wish all of your Jewish friends and colleagues Shabbat Shalom.

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    02/07/2013

    What’s in the Book – Malachi

    The Book of Malachi is the last of the Twelve Prophets, and there is no…

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    02/07/2013

    Mitzvah on the Mark

    When you put effort into performing a mitzvah, make certain that you do it…

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    02/06/2013

    Waiting For Ice Cream

    According to the Talmudic sage Mar Ukva, his father waited an entire day…

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    02/06/2013

    Ice Cream Cravings

    Plan ahead. If you know you will want ice cream, enjoy it early in the day…

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    02/05/2013

    NJOP – A History

    It all began in December 1975, when Rabbi Ephraim Z. Buchwald, then the…

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    02/05/2013

    An Anniversary Gift

    In honor of NJOP's 25th anniversary, help support Jewish Treats, either…

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    02/04/2013

    It’s A Segulah

    A segulah is an action that is reputed to lead to a change in…

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    02/04/2013

    The Greatest Treasure

    The greatest joy in Judaism is meant to come from creating a relationship…

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    02/01/2013

    Is It Almost Spring?

    February 2nd, is Groundhog Day, when thousands breathlessly wait to see if…

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    02/01/2013

    Extra Warmth

    As we enter the last months of winter, remember that a smile is an…

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    01/31/2013

    The Tribe of Asher

    As the forefathers of the tribes of Israel, the lives and personalities of…

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    01/31/2013

    Wealth Notes

    If you have success in business, use your wealth to help those less…

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    01/30/2013

    Take Two Tablets

    Most artistic representations of the Ten Commandments present two…

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    01/30/2013

    Choose A Focus

    Choose one of the Ten Commandments to focus on as a "mitzvah of the week"…

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    01/29/2013

    Character List

    Throughout the Talmud there are numerous lists of character traits that are…

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    01/29/2013

    Self Reflect

    Remember that your actions are observed on many levels.

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    01/28/2013

    Almost Consul to Jerusalem

    Can you name the first man appointed U.S. Consul to Jerusalem? In 1844,…

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    01/28/2013

    City of Inspiration

    Jerusalem is a city that inspires many. If you have the opportunity to…

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    01/25/2013

    The Foods of Tu b’Shevat

    This Shabbat, Jews around the world celebrate Tu B'Shevat, the new…

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    01/25/2013

    Tu b’Shevat is Coming

    While it has been a difficult winter for many of us, it may be time to look…

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