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    07/02/2024

    Does the Torah Support the Belief in Extraterrestrial Life?

    Today, July 2nd, is celebrated worldwide as "World UFO Day." On July 2,…

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    07/02/2024

    Fix This World

    Before contemplating life in the vast beyond, focus your energy on fixing…

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    07/01/2024

    A Trap of Wealth

    If I were a rich man…The most important men in town will come to fawn on…

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    07/01/2024

    Remain Humble

    If you are fortunate to be successful, be grateful for your success and try…

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    06/28/2024

    Fashion Statement

    In Numbers 15:38, God commands the Jewish people to “make themselves…

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    06/28/2024

    Wearing Tzitzit

    There is more than meets the eye. Study the Torah portion and its…

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    06/27/2024

    The Great Rae Landy

    Today, Jewish Treats honors Rae Landy. To Rachel “Rae” Landy, nursing was…

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    06/27/2024

    Recognizing Heros

    Remember to thank nurses for their wonderful work, especially for their…

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    06/26/2024

    Making it Transfusable

    In 1901, Karl Landsteiner (June 14, 1868–June 26, 1943) who was born Jewish…

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    06/26/2024

    They Saved Lives

    Learn more about Jewish researchers like Karl Landsteiner, Alexander…

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    06/25/2024

    Out To Sea

    In honor of International Seafarers Day, Jewish Treats takes a brief look…

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    06/25/2024

    Teach Them First

    Before planning a day out on the water, in a boat or otherwise, be sure to…

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    06/24/2024

    Rabbi Shimon ben Gamliel

    The death of Rabbi Shimon ben Gamliel, which occurred in 70 CE, on 20…

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    06/24/2024

    Learn More

    Learn more about Torah scholars such as Rabbi Shimon ben Gamliel to better…

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    06/21/2024

    Ethics of the Fathers

    Ethics – it’s a big word in our day and age. Between political corruption…

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    06/21/2024

    Study an Ethical Blueprint

    Study Pirkei Avot, Ethics of the Fathers, and recognize how much there is…

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    06/20/2024

    Ice Cream Soda Day

    With the summer solstice arriving today, let us contemplate one of…

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    06/20/2024

    Elevate Your Beverage

    Remember to recite the following blessing before enjoying your…

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    06/19/2024

    What A Player

    Today marks 178 years since the first official game of baseball was played…

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    06/19/2024

    On and Off the Baseball Field

    Given that baseball is America’s national pastime, collect fun trivia about…

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    06/18/2024

    World Sauntering Day

    In Jewish life there is great admiration for a character trait known as…

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    06/18/2024

    Opportunity Knocks

    When you have the opportunity to do a mitzvah, don't hesitate.

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    06/17/2024

    The Disputation of Paris

    The month of June, in the year 1240 C.E. was not a good time for the Jews…

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    06/17/2024

    How Fortunate We Are

    Consider how lucky we are today to be able to study the Talmud freely in…

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    06/16/2024

    The Importance of Dad

    In honor of Father’s Day, Jewish Treats presents this classic Treat on the…

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    06/16/2024

    Celebrate Father’s Day

    Reach out to a father you admire and wish him a Happy Father's Day.

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    06/14/2024

    It’s About the Relationship

    Marriage, in the context of Jewish law, is a practical agreement by which,…

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    06/14/2024

    For Peace

    Always do what you can to promote a peaceful relationship between a husband…

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    06/11/2024

    Give Them a Choice

    There is an oft-cited Midrash (Sifrei, Dvarim 343) describing how God…

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    06/11/2024

    Chag Sameach

    NJOP and Jewish Treats wish you a Chag Sameach, a wonderful and meaningful…

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