Judaism

The Torah, or the Old Testament commands that a person must wear a tallit in Numbers 15:38:9, "Speak to the people of Israel, and tell them to make tassels on the corners of their garments...

Hanukkah, the Jewish Festival of Lights, has eight consecutive days of gift giving. Give the best Hanukkah gifts with advice from this free video on Jewish traditions.

So you want to become Jewish? Well, you're not alone. While there are about 5.6 million Jews in America (representing roughly 1.5 percent of the population), more than 200,000 of them are...

Meeting and dating Jewish women means finding a mate with a rich heritage and religious conviction. If you are Jewish or just want to date Jewish women, there are many ways to meet them if you put...

Laying Tefillin is a religious milestone done with Jewish men at their Bar Mitzvah. Jewish women have also done this act as well traditionally in th Conservative movement. No matter if your a man...

It is believed in Kabbalistic tradition that if someone wishes us ill will, or gives us the "Evil Eye", it hinders us from being completely happy in our lives. The Kabbalah red string has been...

Many people decide to crochet their own yarmulke by hand instead of purchasing one that is manufactured or made by a company.

Although Shabbat dinner is inherently different than a dinner you would host on any other weeknight, there is no reason not to use the opportunity to invite guests to a memorable meal. The...

Passover, a major holiday on the Jewish calendar, addresses many universal themes, including the nature of freedom and oppression. Passover also has historical significance for Christians, as the...

Seder is the meal eaten during the first night of the Passover holiday. It is celebrated by Jews and Christians alike, although rituals vary slightly at the Christian Seder. Passover celebrates...

Much knowledge and skill is required to practice kosher slaughter, whether you are working with chickens or larger animals, such as cattle. In spite of recent controversy, kosher slaughter has...

College can be an enriching yet intimidating prospect for many young adults. Obviously, young people want to feel they fit in at college. Many want to explore their roots while getting a degree,...

Whether you are attending a Jewish prayer service for the first time or are reminiscing about your bar mitzvah, you may wonder how to behave in an Orthodox synagogue. While Reform temples and...

Many people are interested in learning more about the Jewish faith and visiting synagogues without feeling the need to convert to Judaism. However, many others feel attracted to Jewish observance...

You wear many hats as a rabbi. You have the prestige and responsibility of being a spiritual and civic leader, as well as a scholar and a therapist. You lead religious services; perform bar and...