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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04/30/2012
Jiri Mordecai
In celebration of National Poetry Month: One could easily say that the life…
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04/27/2012
Jewish Genetics
The fact that one’s genetic code is a combination of the DNA one inherits…
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04/27/2012
Your Heritage
Find simple ways to celebrate your heritage: wear a Star of David, listen…
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04/26/2012
Chaim Weizmann
Many of the greatest names in Israeli history belong to leaders of military…
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04/26/2012
Today
In honor of Yom Ha'atzmaut, become familiar with the accomplishments of the…
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04/25/2012
The Palmach
The IDF (Israeli Defense Force), was born in the heat of the Israeli War of…
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04/25/2012
Wave The Flag
Make the Israeli flag your screen saver for the rest of this week.
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04/24/2012
Religious Recycling
Organized recycling is a development of the modern world, and from the…
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04/24/2012
Handle With Care
Treat your religious possessions with the deepest respect.
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04/23/2012
Controlling Urban Sprawl
Urban sprawl is one of the prominent contemporary environmental concerns.…
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04/23/2012
Lawn Care
If you have a lawn, maintain it properly for the benefit of yourself and…
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04/20/2012
There’s A Key In My Challah!
It's a fact that many people spend much time thinking and even worrying…
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04/20/2012
Your Own Key
If you don't bake your own challah, buy some and heat in the oven before…
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04/19/2012
Beneath the Warsaw Ghetto
On January 18, 1943, the Jews of the Warsaw Ghetto arose in violent…
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04/19/2012
History Books
Whether you prefer fiction or non-fiction, use your library to learn Jewish…
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04/18/2012
Yom Hashoah, Holocaust Memorial Day
Tomorrow, the 27th of Nisan, Jews around the world will mark Yom Ha’shoah…
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04/18/2012
For Tomorrow
Plan a personal moment of memorial that has meaning to you.
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04/17/2012
The First American Jewish Poetess
In celebration of National Poetry Month: When asked to name early American…
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04/17/2012
Write It Out
Have inspiring thoughts...write them out and share them. You never know who…
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04/16/2012
Masada
Although the site of the mountain fortress of Masada, the history of which…
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04/12/2012
The Song of Songs
"Let him kiss me with the kisses of his mouth, for your love is better than…
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04/12/2012
Second Set
The second days of Yom Tov begin tonight at sunset. Find out more on…
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04/11/2012
Kitniyot and Gerbrouchts…Oh You Ashkenazim
Ashkenazi or Sephardi? Hungarian, Yekke (German), Lithuanian? At no other…
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04/11/2012
Traditions
If you are uncertain of your family’s customs, ask your parents or…
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04/10/2012
Singing Praises
“...The prophets of the Jewish people ordained that the Hallel be recited…
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04/10/2012
Pretty Prayers
If you take public transportation, try using this time to recite Hallel if…
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04/09/2012
Chag Ha’matzot
The name of the holiday “Passover,” is an allusion to God’s passing over…
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04/09/2012
Chol Hamoed
Most holidays in western society last for a single day, which is often…
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