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Respect in the Synagogue

Rabbinic restrictions on behavior in the synagogue reveal continuing tension between ordinary Jews' sense of being at home and at ease there, and the desire of rabbis to set it apart as a sacred place.

Tefillin (Phylacteries)

Tefillin are reminders of God's laws.

Rashi and Rabbenu Tam: Two Sets of Tefillin

Evidence from Qumran shows that the medieval debate about the order of biblical passages in tefillin has ancient roots.  

Tefillin: Spiritual Significance

The details of this precept, using powerful symbols of allegiance to divine law and of membership in the Jewish religious community, have been subject to many interpretations.

The Evolution of Israeli Cuisine

Increasingly trendy worldwide, Israeli food mixes the flavors of the Middle East and the Jewish Diaspora.

Re’eh

Deuteronomy 11:26-16:17

Vezot Haberakhah

Deuteronomy 33:1-34:12

Ha’azinu

Deuteronomy 32:1-32:52

Vayelekh

Deuteronomy 31:1-31:30

Nitzavim

Deuteronomy 29:9-30:20

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