The Special Meaning of the Afikoman
A key component of the Passover Seder, and one particularly beloved by children, is the hiding and subsequent searching for the afikoman. But what is the meaning behind this quirky tradition? What is the afikoman, and why do we put it in an afikoman bag and hide it? All About the Afikoman The afikoman is a piece of matzah that is […]
What Jewish Texts Tell Us About Romantic Love
Jewish tradition is surprisingly romantic, with lots to say about love and relationships. So in honor of the upcoming secular holiday of romance, we’ve rounded up our favorite passages on love from the Hebrew Bible, the Talmud, and other books of Jewish wisdom. Read on to be inspired, and make sure to share with your beloved! Famous […]
Top 5 Romantic Couples in the Bible
The Hebrew Bible, or Tanach, is full of inspiring stories and life lessons of all kinds, and is the building block of our Jewish heritage. And among some of the most memorable stories are those of the many romantic relationships and couples. Since everyone’s favorite secular holiday of love is coming up and it’s the […]
The Second Temple in Jerusalem: Everything You Wanted to Know
The Second Temple stood in Jerusalem from 516 BCE to 70 CE and was the focal point of Jewish religious and national life, as well as the most magnificent and important building in Jewish history. It was the meeting point between the Jewish people and the Divine, where sacrifices were offered, sins were forgiven, harvests […]
