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.
Explore the world Jewishly with these enticing tidbits of fun Jewish news, pop culture, history, factoids and surprising snippets of knowledge daily.
We thank Andrew R. Siegel for sponsoring three months of Jewish Treats in honor of Rav Yitzchak Rosenbaum. Todah Rabbah Rabbi Rosenbaum for all the wonderful things you have done for so much of Am Yisrael, teaching so many of our brothers and sisters the beauty of Jewish life. From one of your many admirers. With Love, Appreciation and respect, Andy Siegel.
Sign up to receive Juicy Bits of Judaism, Daily.
February 4, 2009
Spread the Cheer
Challenge yourself to make at least four people smile today.
0 Comments1 Minute
February 3, 2009
What’s With The Hat?
Hair Is A Woman's Crowning Glory Is there any question that a woman's hair…
0 Comments1 Minutes
February 3, 2009
Snip
Let your hair grow long and then donate it to be used in wigs for cancer…
0 Comments1 Minute
February 2, 2009
Jewish Penicillin
There is an unusual statement in the Talmud (Berachot 44b) about the…
2 Comments3 Minutes
February 2, 2009
Recipes
Ask your grandmother for recipes of your childhood that stand out most in…
0 Comments1 Minute
January 30, 2009
The Other Hand Washing
It’s been a lovely meal, from the fresh-baked French bread to the sinful…
0 Comments2 Minutes
January 30, 2009
Deep Thoughts
Share a thought on the parasha (weekly Torah portion) with whomever you are…
1 Comment1 Minute
January 29, 2009
An Eye For Civil Law
You’ve heard the phrase “An eye for an eye, a tooth for a tooth, a hand for…
0 Comments2 Minutes
January 29, 2009
Natural Impressions
Don't let winter weather get you down - reflect on the Divine artistry in…
0 Comments1 Minute
January 28, 2009
The Fruit That Is Not A Fruit
Eating a healthy diet is important. In fact, it is so important that many…
2 Comments2 Minutes
January 28, 2009
Dry It Off
Wash and dry your fruits and vegetables before eating them.
0 Comments1 Minute
January 28, 2009
A Second Look: Organ Donation
Jewish Treats has received several important and informative comments…
0 Comments1 Minute
January 27, 2009
Can You Spare A Lung
Postmortem organ donations seem like a thoroughly altruistic act. However,…
1 Comment1 Minutes
January 26, 2009
A Fashion Statement
In Numbers 15:38, God commands the Jewish people to “make themselves…
0 Comments2 Minutes
January 26, 2009
Make Your Statement
Wear something that reminds you of the importance of your Jewish heritage…
0 Comments1 Minute
January 23, 2009
May You Be Like
Before the Shabbat meal, it is customary for the parents to bless their…
0 Comments2 Minutes
January 23, 2009
A Cappella
Make your own music! Get together with some friends and sing Jewish camp…
0 Comments1 Minute
January 22, 2009
A Product of His Environment
Moses was an expert at recognizing the small details that affected his…
0 Comments2 Minutes
January 22, 2009
Share a Cab
When hailing a cab at the same time as someone else, find out if you are…
0 Comments1 Minute
January 21, 2009
You Say It’s Your Birthday
January, March, June or November (or any of the other months not…
0 Comments2 Minutes
January 21, 2009
The Gift of Giving
Have trouble thinking of good gifts to give to friends or relatives? Why…
0 Comments1 Minute
January 20, 2009
Hail to the Chief
“A blessing for the czar? Of course. May God bless and keep the czar... far…
3 Comments2 Minutes
January 20, 2009
Always Fact Check
As a sign of respect, always double-check the way a person spells his/her…
0 Comments1 Minute
January 20, 2009
For the Future
Whether you voted for Obama or not, take a minute today to say a short…
0 Comments1 Minute
January 19, 2009
A Bio of Barak
Barak the son of Avinoam does not have much in common with Barack Obama,…
0 Comments2 Minutes
January 19, 2009
Collaborate
If things are slow at work, ask a co-worker if they need assistance on any…
0 Comments1 Minute
January 16, 2009
The Strength of the Family
Before the Shabbat meal, it is customary for the parents to bless their…
0 Comments2 Minutes
January 15, 2009
Jews Ruled Where?
Before the Arabian Peninsula became the stronghold of Islam, it was home to…
0 Comments2 Minutes