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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01/05/2021
Clear Vision
Remember to have your eyes examined regularly as part of your regular…
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01/04/2021
Feelings Matter
Let’s remember to stop and think about the ramifications of what we are…
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01/04/2021
Humiliation Day
Surf the web and you will find that most days on the calendar have been…
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01/01/2021
The Challenge of a Cup of Tea
How do you make a cup of tea? Seems like a silly question, doesn’t it? Tea…
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01/01/2021
Savor The Moment
Savor a hot cup of tea tonight while enjoying the serenity of Shabbat.
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12/31/2020
On One Foot
Jewish Treats was asked to summarize the Jewish faith in one tweet. For…
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12/31/2020
Love Your Neighbor as Yourself
Study the Torah, the blueprint for Jewish life to learn how to more fully…
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12/30/2020
The Marquess of Reading
There have been few Jews included among the peerage of the United Kingdom,…
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12/30/2020
Extraordinary
Learn about Jews like Sir Rufus Daniel Isaacs who distinguished themselves…
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12/29/2020
Settling Texas
On December 29, 1845, the sovereign nation known as the Republic of Texas…
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12/29/2020
An Especially Worthwhile Trip
When traveling across the country, make sure to visit Jewish historical…
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12/28/2020
IPO Music
On December 26, 1936, corresponding to the 12th of Tevet, the Palestine…
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12/28/2020
Support Israeli Music and Culture
Find ways to support the IPO and its music both in America and overseas.
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12/25/2020
Judah, Son of Jacob
When Judah, the fourth son of Leah and Jacob, was born, Leah said, “This…
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12/25/2020
The Great Confrontation
Explore the profound insight underpinning the confrontation between Judah…
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12/24/2020
The Tenth of Tevet, Asarah b’Tevet
And it was in the ninth year of [King Zeddekiah’s] reign, in the tenth…
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12/24/2020
Don’t Forget
The Fast of the Tenth of Tevet is tomorrow. Refrain from eating or drinking…
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12/23/2020
The Babylonian Talmud Completed
Around the year 200 C.E., Rabbi Judah Ha’Nasi (Judah the Prince) completed…
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12/23/2020
You Owe It To Yourself!
Enrich yourself with Jewish wisdom. Set aside a few minutes each day to…
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12/22/2020
President William Howard Taft – Friend of the Jews
Jewish Treats presents a quick look at the relationship of President…
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12/22/2020
Know Your Presidents
Recognize those Presidents who used their considerable influence to support…
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12/21/2020
A Leading Lady Computer
Over the last few years, much has been written about the importance of…
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12/21/2020
Learn More
Read up about Jewish women who were pioneers in their field of expertise…
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12/18/2020
Lighting The Way To Peace
The very last act performed before bringing Shabbat into the home is the…
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12/18/2020
Bring Shabbat Light Into Your Home
As Chanukah ends, light Shabbat candles early this evening and bring the…
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12/17/2020
Is Chanukah Really Eight Days?
Tonight is the eighth night of Chanukah, known as “Zot Chanukah,” a…
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12/17/2020
Make It Special
After you light eight candles this evening, discuss with your friends or…
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12/16/2020
Chanukah and Divine Order
Chanukah always overlaps with at least one Shabbat (if not two), and since…
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12/16/2020
Sanctify The Day
Appreciate the opportunity to freely celebrate the new month of Tevet.
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12/15/2020
An Extraordinary Run
When Harold Maurice Abrahams was born on December 15, 1899, movies were…
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