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Spinning & Winning: The Whys & Hows of Dreidel
One of Hanukkah’s most curious customs is the spinning top – called a dreidel in Yiddish and sevivon in Hebrew – that is played with
December 9, 2025
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One of Hanukkah’s most curious customs is the spinning top – called a dreidel in Yiddish and sevivon in Hebrew – that is played with
Simchat Torah (literally “the Joys of the Torah,” in Hebrew) is a jovial fall Jewish holiday filled with lots of singing, dancing, and joy, making
The month leading up to Rosh Hashanah, known as Elul, is a particular time of repentance, introspection, and preparation for what everyone hopes is a
“Ushpizin” in Aramaic translates into “guests”, but who are these guests we invite in? Every night for seven nights we ask a different Jewish
Check out this delicious, festive Sukkot recipe: a tasty tart which could be served as a hearty appetizer or a flavorful, filling main dish alongside
The story of the errant prophet Jonah and his notoriously hungry whale is one of the world’s most beloved Bible stories. Clocking in with just
As summer begins to pass and the air steadily becomes cooler, the changing of seasons brings more than just the impending arrival of sweater weather
Israel’s Independence Day, or Yom HaAtzmaut, is on Thursday, May 1, 2025. However, Israelis are first commemorating Yom HaZikaron on the day before – Wednesday,
Every part of the Haggadah is purposeful, and the four cups of Passover, typically filled with wine or grape juice, in turn correspond with the
Hanukkah means latkes! Crunchy on the outside and steamy soft within, these delicious potato pancakes are an amazing Hanukkah treat that’s perfect for the whole family,
In this journey, we will uncover the biblical origins of the Tree of Life, its symbolic meanings, mystical interpretations, and its influence on Jewish practice
While the essence of the holiday remains the same—commemorating the miracle of the oil and the victory of the Maccabees—the customs, traditions, and public displays
The Maccabees have made a lasting impact on Jewish and global history, but much of their story is taught as like a myth. For even
One of the most ancient and special Judaica items is tefillin – and we’re answering everything you’ve wanted to know about its Biblical origins, how
The Talmud, an ancient collection of Jewish law, is one of the most famous yet often misunderstood of Jewish texts. We’re breaking down the facts