Fashion Statement
In Numbers 15:38, God commands the Jewish people to “make themselves tzitzit on the corners of their garments, throughout their generations.” Additionally, it is written in Deuteronomy…
Wearing Tzitzit
There is more than meets the eye. Study the Torah portion and its commentaries to learn the deeper meaning and significance of tzitzit. While the Torah admonishes a person in this week’s…
The Great Rae Landy
Today, Jewish Treats honors Rae Landy. To Rachel “Rae” Landy, nursing was far more than a job, it was a “calling.” Born in Lithuania on June 27, 1885, she came to America when she was 3…
Out To Sea
In honor of International Seafarers Day, Jewish Treats takes a brief look at seafaring in the biblical canon. The patriarchs and matriarchs were total “landlubbers.” In fact, the closest…
Shelach 5784-2024
“Bread Alone” (updated and revised from Shelach 5765-2005) by Rabbi Ephraim Z. Buchwald As the name of the parasha indicates, שְׁלַח לְךָ--send for yourself, this week’s parasha focuses…
Rabbi Shimon ben Gamliel
The death of Rabbi Shimon ben Gamliel, which occurred in 70 CE, on 20 Sivan, is part of the well-known and tragic episode of the deaths of the Ten Martyrs, that is included in the liturgy…
Ethics of the Fathers
Ethics – it’s a big word in our day and age. Between political corruption and financial misdeeds, it is easy to wonder what ever happened to even the most basic ethical standards.…
Ice Cream Soda Day
With the summer solstice arriving today, let us contemplate one of summertime’s favorite heat-quenching beverages. June 20th is Ice Cream Soda Day. The ice cream soda, sometimes called an…
Elevate Your Beverage
Remember to recite the following blessing before enjoying your thirst-quenching beverage.