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.
Sign up to receive Juicy Bits of Judaism, Daily.
02/21/2025
Judge Fairly
The Sixth Amendment in the United States’ Bill of Rights (requiring a…
0 Comments2 Minutes
02/21/2025
Be Fair
Try to remain impartial when hearing the dispute of others. In this week’s…
0 Comments1 Minutes
02/20/2025
Judaism at the Barber
On February 20, 1816, Rossini’s classic opera, The Barber of Seville,…
0 Comments3 Minutes
02/20/2025
Barber Instructions
Explain to your barber prior to your haircut how you want him or her to cut…
0 Comments1 Minute
02/19/2025
Rabbi Israel Salanter and the Mussar Movement
The Mussar movement, the formal study and program of ethical improvement,…
0 Comments2 Minutes
02/19/2025
Character Development
One of the most valuable endeavors is to devote time to character building…
0 Comments1 Minute
02/18/2025
The Tribe of Asher
As the forefathers of the tribes of Israel, the lives and personalities of…
0 Comments3 Minutes
02/18/2025
Study Jewish History
Be sure to read scriptural passages about the Tribes of Israel to learn…
0 Comments1 Minute
02/17/2025
The Jews and Martin Van Buren
In honor of President's Day, today's Jewish Treat shares the tale of how…
0 Comments3 Minutes
02/17/2025
Freedom of Religious Practice
Appreciate the United States and its presidents who have taken public…
0 Comments1 Minute
02/14/2025
Jethro’s Tell
Great leaders are often those who are able to accept criticism. It seems to…
0 Comments2 Minutes
02/14/2025
Listen Up
Accepting criticism is never easy, but if it’s offered in a respectful way…
0 Comments1 Minutes
02/13/2025
Tu b’Shevat
While it may seem as if winter has just begun, it may be a good time to…
0 Comments2 Minutes
02/13/2025
Respect For the Environment
Tu b'shevat, the Jewish new year for trees, is a great opportunity for Jews…
0 Comments1 Minute
02/12/2025
Penny Lane
“Lost Penny Day,” which is today, coincides with the February 12th birthday…
0 Comments3 Minutes
02/12/2025
Recognizing True Value
Everything, living and inanimate, has inherent worth. Acknowledging and…
0 Comments1 Minute
02/11/2025
The Reluctant Rabbi
Rabbi Sholom Mordechai Schwadron (1835-1911) learned modesty and dedication…
0 Comments2 Minutes
02/11/2025
How Fortunate
Recognize how fortunate the Jewish people are to have had such Torah…
0 Comments1 Minute
02/10/2025
Warsaw Ghetto Uprising
The Warsaw Ghetto Uprising, which is famous for its month-long resistance…
0 Comments2 Minutes
02/10/2025
Never Forget
Learn about the brave, organized resistance on the part of those Jews who…
0 Comments1 Minute
02/07/2025
Just Do It!
Without question, the Biblical spokesman for Nike® would have been Nachshon…
0 Comments2 Minutes
02/07/2025
Ready To Lead
When you sense a need for someone to take charge and you feel you could…
0 Comments1 Minutes
02/06/2025
History for Everyone
Barbara Tuchman (née Wertheim), born January 30, 1912, never earned a…
0 Comments2 Minutes
02/06/2025
Gain an Historical Perspective
Set aside time to read up on world and Jewish history to develop a better…
0 Comments1 Minute
02/05/2025
Mitzvah With A Shovel
The Jewish customs surrounding death, burial and mourning are intended to…
0 Comments2 Minutes
02/05/2025
Offer a Hand
When attending a burial where only a few family members are present,…
0 Comments1 Minute
02/04/2025
Thoughts for the Heart
In honor of American Heart Month, and because caring for your own health is…
0 Comments1 Minutes
02/04/2025
Eat Your Vegetables
Enjoy a hearty salad or vegetable soup packed with vegetables to improve…
0 Comments1 Minute
02/03/2025
A Jewish Income Tax
On February 3, 1913, the Sixteenth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution was…
0 Comments2 Minutes
02/03/2025
Tax Rationalization
As a means of accepting the need to pay income tax, recognize that taxes…
0 Comments1 Minute