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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06/08/2021
The Great Sea Monster
In honor of World Ocean Day, we present a treat about the Great Sea…
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06/08/2021
Know Your Sea Creatures
Study the Talmud to learn more about the Leviathan, the sea creature that…
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06/07/2021
Shakespeare’s Jew
From 1290 until the 1650s, Jews were not permitted to settle in England.…
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06/07/2021
Lessons of History
Learn about the terrible challenges faced by maranos/annusim such as Dr.…
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06/04/2021
Who Was Rabbi Akiva?
Akiva ben Yosef was once an ignorant and illiterate shepherd. So poor and…
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06/04/2021
It’s Never too Late
Whether you’re age forty, fifty or beyond, learn from Rabbi Akiva how great…
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06/03/2021
Why Were Scouts of the Promised Land Needed?
The most devastating punishment meted out by God in the Torah is described…
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06/03/2021
Make Sure to Verify
Before finalizing any deal or merger, learn as much as you can before…
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06/02/2021
You Say It’s Your Birthday
January, March, June or November (or any of the other months not listed).…
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06/02/2021
Make It Count
Use your birthday to set positive goals for the coming year including…
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06/01/2021
Rabbi Shimon ben Gamliel
The death of Rabbi Shimon ben Gamliel, which occurred in 70 CE, on 20…
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06/01/2021
Learn More
Read up on Torah scholars such as Rabbi Shimon Ben Gamliel to better…
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05/31/2021
Memorial to a Brave Soldier
David Rosenkrantz is one of the many unsung heroes whose lives, cut short…
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05/31/2021
Thank You for Your Service
On Memorial Day, take a moment to marvel at the bravery of American…
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05/28/2021
Lighting The Way To Peace
The very last act performed before bringing Shabbat into the home is the…
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05/28/2021
Peaceful Time
Light Shabbat candles and allow their peaceful glow to permeate your home.…
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05/27/2021
Israeli-German Relations
On May 13, 1965, Israel officially established diplomatic relations with…
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05/27/2021
War Reparations
To better appreciate the trials and tribulations and its aftermath, ask a…
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05/26/2021
Mezuzah: Complete Fulfillment
A mezuzah on the doorpost is a public sign of a Jewish home. If you open…
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05/26/2021
What’s Inside?
As you walk into a Jewish home and see a mezuzah on the doorpost, think…
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05/25/2021
Cooked Wine
Among the discussions of the many details of Jewish life recorded in the…
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05/25/2021
L’Chaim-To Life
Whether you’re celebrating a simcha, a joyous occasion, or simply looking…
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05/24/2021
The Charleston Synagogue(s)
Charleston, South Carolina is home to one of the oldest Jewish communities…
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05/24/2021
Do Your Research
Before you travel to a city with a sizable Jewish population, especially…
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05/21/2021
An Interesting Philologist
Language is considered to be one of the unique characteristics of…
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05/21/2021
The Meaning and Use of Language
Lazarus Geiger believed that there was a great deal to learn about humanity…
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05/20/2021
Telephone, Gramaphone, Helicopter…Emile Berliner
Emile Berliner (May 20, 1851 – August 3, 1929) came to America to avoid…
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05/20/2021
Making An Impact
Learn more about Emile Berliner, the multi-talented innovator who…
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05/19/2021
The First Jewish Museum
According to most internet calendars, yesterday, May 18, 2021, was…
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05/19/2021
Plan a Visit
When planning a trip to another city, research whether there is a Jewish…
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