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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09/09/2011
Honoring 9/11
Today is anniversary of the devastating attack on the World Trade Center in…
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09/09/2011
In Their Memory
Dedicate the mitzvot you do this Shabbat to the merit of those killed on…
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09/08/2011
The Mother Bird
There are many mitzvot in the Torah for which there are no given…
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09/08/2011
Expect The Unexpected
As you go about your day, look for unexpected opportunities to perform…
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09/07/2011
The Jews of Brazil
The Jewish community of 21st century Brazil is much like that of other…
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09/07/2011
Recycle
Don't forget the benefit to the world of recycling and that caring for the…
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09/06/2011
Golda
Stories of the Zionist leaders of the early twentieth century usually…
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09/06/2011
Schools Back
Across the continent, almost all children are back in school, so take extra…
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09/04/2011
Workers’ Rights
Are workers’ rights a modern invention born out of the trials and…
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09/04/2011
Business Doings
If you are an employer, consider the Torah's business ethics as you conduct…
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09/02/2011
Table Talk
If you found today's Treat interesting, share it with your friends at the…
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09/01/2011
Leah’s Story
On the morning after Jacob was to marry Rachel, he woke to find that his…
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09/01/2011
On Going Prayer
Know that God answers every prayer--sometimes we just don't understand the…
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08/31/2011
What’s in the Book: the Twelve Prophets – Amos
Amos was a herdsman of Tekoa, who prophesied during the reign of Kings…
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08/31/2011
School Uniform
If your child has outgrown last year’s school uniform, pass it on to…
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08/30/2011
Appointing Justice
According to Jewish tradition, God created the world employing the…
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08/30/2011
In Your Own Place
Every person faces moments when he/she must act as a “judge.” Do so with as…
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08/28/2011
Stop and Smell the Roses
There is no common word for people with an impaired olfactory system…
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08/28/2011
Smell Appreciation
Take a walk in your garden with a new appreciation for the multitude of…
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08/26/2011
The Friday Night Feast
With candles burning brightly and fine wine for kiddush, Friday night…
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08/26/2011
Enjoy
Tonight is Shabbat, enjoy a traditional feast or some of your favorite…
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08/25/2011
Kiss and Make Up
Today, August 25th, is the anonymously anointed “Kiss and Make Up Day.”…
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08/25/2011
First Step
Begin the process of teshuva by making an honest assessment of whom you…
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08/24/2011
Is It Kosher?
All natural produce in its original form is kosher -- including fruits,…
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08/23/2011
The Hebron Massacre of 1929
One of the most ancient cities in the land of Israel, Hebron is mentioned…
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08/23/2011
A Bit of Research
When you find a Jewish Treat interesting, take some time to research the…
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08/22/2011
Who Has Kept Us Alive
The Book of Ecclesiastes frequently repeats the theme of, “There is…
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08/22/2011
A Call To Appreciate
While not all situations call for the recitation of Sheh’heh’cheh’yanu,…
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