Beliefs & Practices
God And Metaphor
Believers and skeptics alike tend to view God similarly -- as big, all-powerful, and good. But there are other options.
The Jewish Way To Make a New Year’s Resolution
Jewish wisdom, anchored in the rhythms of the year, can help us set benchmarks that make sticking to our commitments more likely.
What To Expect At Synagogue Services on Saturday Morning
A guide for bar/bat mitzvah guests and other newcomers to Sabbath worship.
Ask the Expert: Tzitzit Hanging Out
Why do some people tuck them in, and others let them hang free?
How to Put on Tefillin
A step-by-step guide to putting on tefillin to pray in the morning.
Who is the Messiah?
Jewish sources have not, as a general rule, focused attention on the specific personal qualities of the Messiah.
Do Jews Believe in Miracles?
From the Bible to the Talmud to the Hasidic masters, miracles are found everywhere in Jewish tradition — but there is no single way to understand them.
