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Development and History of Kaddish

The Kaddish originated as an expression of praise to God following a learned discourse.

Helping Children of Different Ages Cope with a Death

Adults help children most when they express their own sorrow and respond to questions in a truthful, yet age-appropriate way.

I.L. Peretz

The contributions of I.L. Peretz to Yiddish literature.

Smoking, Alcohol, and Drugs

As a culture that values sobriety, individual responsibility, and health, Judaism is wary of substances that may cause more damage than the enjoyment they may bring their users.

What Does Judaism Say About Wine?

Wine is an essential part of major Jewish rituals — but the Torah is also wary of the dangers of over-consumption.

Jewish Attitudes Toward Eastern Religions

Most traditional authorities dismissed Hinduism as idolatry, but in recent years, some Jews have become more tolerant of certain Eastern religions and practices.

The Way of the Gentiles

The prohibition against non-Jewish practices, might relate to the practices of ancient Egypt, Canaan or the social and philosophical ways of non-Jews today.

Menopause

Celebrating menopause breaks the silences of a lifetime and forges a future of openness and sharing.

Menarche

This ceremony uses elements of Jewish and other traditions to share a sense of possibility and openness with a newly menstruant girl.

Who Are the Semites?

A historian traces the origins of the term.

Caring for One’s Own Health

Jewish law mandates a healthful lifestyle.

Friendship in Jewish Thought

Life without amiable companionship was unthinkable to the sages of the Talmud.

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