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My Jewish Learning is the leading independent website and digital community for all things Jewish, from Jewish history to text to ritual to prayer to food and much more. We offer a robust website with thousands of articles answering nearly every possible question about Judaism and Jewish life, a daily newsletter guiding subscribers through interesting facts and must-read news about Jewish life and practice, a daily Talmud essay called "A Daily Dose of Talmud," a weekly Shabbat newsletter, dozens of special emails featuring insights into major Jewish topics, and a robust online community through our social media channels. Articles written with the My Jewish Learning byline are authored and edited by our staff. My Jewish Learning's staff includes leading Jewish scholars and journalists. Rachel Scheinerman, who holds a doctorate in Ancient Judaism from Yale University, is My Jewish Learning's Editor, and Ben Harris, a longtime, award-winning journalist covering Jewish topics, is Managing Editor.
Articles by My Jewish Learning
Ask the Expert: Which Kippah Should I Wear?
What's the best head covering for a newly observant Jew?
Parashat Eikev Quiz
Learn more about the weekly Torah portion.
Haftarah for Ki Tavo: Summary
Today may be dark, but tomorrow, God's light will shine on His people.
Introduction to Judaism
Start learning the basics of Judaism with this collection of articles.
Ask the Expert: Matzah Balls Vs. Kreplach
What's the difference?
Henrietta Szold’s Work with the Jewish Publication Society
Today in Jewish History: July 28, 1893
Ask the Expert: Caring for Jewish Bodies
What's the appropriate post-mortem care for a Jewish person?