Yom Kippur, the Day of Atonement, is the holiest day of the Jewish year: a time of reflection, forgiveness, and renewal. Marked by fasting, prayer, and other austere restrictions, Yom Kippur is often seen as solemn, yet it also carries a quiet joy: the chance to begin the year anew.
Rosh Hashanah 2026 / 5787 is almost here, which means it’s time for round challah! This shape symbolizes the cycle of a new year, and adding honey brings sweetness for
Am Yisrael Chai means “the People of Israel live.” Discover the meaning of this powerful Hebrew phrase through remarkable stories – from a historic BBC recording and Golda Meir’s emotional
The Jewish calendar is unlike any other. While most of the world runs on the Gregorian solar calendar, Jewish life follows a unique lunar-solar system that has guided Jewish holidays,
Sukkot, the joyous harvest festival, is one of Judaism’s most unique holidays. This year, it begins at sundown on Friday, September 25, 2026. Rooted in both agricultural and historical traditions,
Choosing a name is always an act of faith in the future. Across the United States and Israel, Jewish parents are looking at the challenges facing our world and responding
Jewish funeral customs have guided mourners through loss for thousands of years. From aninut to shiva, shloshim, and yahrzeit, discover the meaning behind these practices and how they closely align