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Can something other than bread be thrown into the water during Tashlich?

Why are two Torah portions read together on certain weeks?

The underlying Jewish value governing how we dress is modesty, or tzniut.

Jewish tradition requires that we treat dead bodies with the utmost respect and strictly prohibits any action that would desecrate them.

As far as food blessings are concerned, what matters is how the food grows — not its botanical classification.

While wreaths are often associated with Christmas, their history goes back farther.

Solar eclipses have traditionally been understood by Jewish tradition as bad omens.

Taking on new rituals is part of converting to Judaism, and your rabbi is there to guide you.

Can I sit shiva for someone I'm not obligated to mourn for?

The Third Temple would raise many questions about Jewish practice.

If a Jell-O shot is made from kosher wine, can it be used for Kiddush on Shabbat?