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Chanukah: What’s the Mitzvah?

Here’s a quiz: What is the primary mitzvah of Chanukah? a) Eating latkes (potato pancakes) b) Giving Chanukah gifts or gelt (money) c) Publicizing the miracle of the oil that lasted 8…

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A Big Mitzvah

Find out what you can do to help your local Jewish burial society.

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Mitzvah Types

As you perform a mitzvah, think about which category or categories the mitzvah might fall into.

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Mitzvah Study

Focus on learning how to observe one specific mitzvah that is not part of your life today.

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Mitzvah on the Mark

When you put effort into performing a mitzvah, make certain that you do it properly. For instance, when you pay a visit to someone who is ill, pay attention to being sensitive to whether…

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