One of the more enjoyable aspects of my work as a rabbi is studying Torah portions with students becoming bar ...

Esther and Mordecai instituted three of the four obligations of Purim. The fourth is reading their story.

The Megillah reading is enhanced by chanting key verses differently.

Judaism's three cardinal sins.

Traditional blessings recited before and after reading the Scroll of Esther.

In 2026, Tu Bishvat begins at sundown on Sunday, Feb. 11 and ends at sundown on Monday, Feb. 2.

Although not associated with puberty, this rite represents a spiritual "coming of age" for adult Jews.

Age and its significance, terminology, parents' blessing, parent-child dynamics, and motivations for adult bar/bat mitzvah.

A guide to planning every step of your child's Bar or Bat Mitzvah.

Links to sites about Bar and Bat Mitzvah ceremonies, gifts, and parties