Get Ready, Set, Light
Set up your menorah with your candles or wicks and oil, and prepare to welcome Chanukah later this evening as we draw the spiritual light into our homes and publicize the miraculous…
Light Shabbat Candles!
Add light to your home by lighting Shabbat candles later today.
Light and Happiness
What is the connection between the holiday of Purim and Havdalah, the ceremonial conclusion of Shabbat? The simple answer is the single verse from the Book of Esther that is recited by…
Light and Happiness
What is the connection between the holiday of Purim and Havdalah, the ceremonial conclusion of Shabbat? The simple answer is the single verse from the Book of Esther that is recited by…
With What May We Light
The Friday night synagogue service is actually two separate services, Kabbalat Shabbat (Greeting the Shabbat) and Maariv (Evening Service). Those attending Friday night services in…
With What May We Light
The Friday night synagogue service is actually two separate services, Kabbalat Shabbat (Greeting the Shabbat) and Maariv (Evening Service). Those attending Friday night services in…
Tetzaveh 5773-2013
“The Centrality of Light” by Rabbi Ephraim Z. Buchwald This week’s parasha, parashat Tetzaveh, speaks at length of the priestly vestments. The parasha closes with a description of the…
A Light unto the Nations
Jews are meant to be a beacon to humanity, sharing the Torah’s values to all people. One of those enduring virtues is helping the underprivileged, whoever they may be. Those who engage in…
Reading Light
If you don't like non-fiction, read Jewish fiction to learn about Jewish history.
Just Before You Light
Just before lighting candles for Shabbat, say a prayer for those you know who need to be healed or are waiting to meet their soulmate.