Popular Culture References
Express Jewish pride when popular cultural references find their source in Jewish tradition and wisdom.
Blessed Is He Who Makes Strange Creatures
An individual might not think that Jewish Treats would have much to say about “Peculiar People Day,” as January 10th has been dubbed by those who create new holidays. However, the sages…
Natural Born Athlete
In the world of sports, Bobbie Rosenfeld had, what a person might call, the “magic touch.” As it was once noted: “The most efficient way to summarize Bobbie Rosenfeld’s career…is to say…
Appreciate Yiddish Culture
Whether attending Yiddish theater or reading Yiddish writings, there is much to learn about the Jewish experience both in Europe and about those Jews who came to America in the late 19th…
Popular Culture References
Express Jewish pride when popular cultural references find their source in Jewish tradition and wisdom.
A Sea Creature for Eternity
Study the Talmud to learn more about the Leviathan, the sea creature that was killed and preserved by God in salt for the righteous in the World to Come.
A Turn in History
While many people know that Cinco de Mayo is a Mexican holiday, a fair number would struggle to tell you why the day is significant. On May 5, 1862, the Mexican Army was unexpectedly…
Blessed Is He Who Makes Strange Creatures
An individual might not think that Jewish Treats would have much to say about “Peculiar People Day,” as January 10th has been dubbed by those who create new holidays. However, the sages…
Natural Born Athlete
In the world of sports, Bobbie Rosenfeld had, what a person might call, the “magic touch.” As it was once noted: “The most efficient way to summarize Bobbie Rosenfeld’s career…is to say…
Contributions of Jews to American Culture
Jews have contributed much to American culture. These innovations should be lauded and should make Jews feel proud of what has been accomplished.