Searching For Chametz
On Passover, Jews are commanded to get rid of all "chametz" (leaven) which may be in their possession. It is not unusual to begin cleaning and scrubbing the home weeks before the…
Good to Ask
When you have questions on Jewish law or custom, ask a rabbi for guidance.
Fast of the Firstborn
There has always been a lot of pressure on firstborn children, as they were often expected to care for the family property or business in order to ensure stability within the family and…
Can Jewish Names Be Changed?
Those unhappy with the name given to them at birth are in luck, for today is “Get a Different Name Day,” annually observed on February 13th. This allows Jewish Treats the opportunity to…
Study Zone
If you're curious about the contents of the Talmud, which can seem overwhelming at first glance, contact a local rabbi or Jewish educator for guidance.
Your Rabbi
Follow the dictate of Ethics of our Fathers and find a rabbi who can provide positive guidance for your own Jewish living.
Influential Jews
The study of Jewish History often reveals Jews of extraordinary ability who have distinguished themselves by providing resources and guidance to those in power.
Your Jewish Life Coach
Do you have a life coach? For those unfamiliar with the term, life coaches work to help clients determine and achieve personal goals. While life coaching as a profession in western…
Preparing for the Torah
Shortly after the Israelites encamped at the base of Mount Sinai, they agreed to accept the Torah and do all that God had commanded. And so, God declared that He would bring Himself, in…