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How Poppy Seeds Became the Chosen Flavor of Purim

Poppy seeds are a popular flavor for Purim — but why?

Leaving Childhood Behind

The specific complaints of the Israelites in the wilderness illustrate their inability to develop mature, adult relationships.

Gluckel of Hameln

Gluckel of Hameln was an intrepid businesswoman, a mother of twelve children, a passionate wife, and a memoirist. She died ...

The History of Purim

There are many theories as to how this holiday developed.

Chicken with Preserved Lemons and Olives Recipe

A delicious dish to revive and nourish after the fast.

The 5 Best Jewish Food Moments in Ina Garten’s Memoir

From her dad's secret pastrami sandwiches to Barefoot Contessa bagels.

Megillah on the Run

Purim for Jews is a public riot, but in our family we celebrate Purim quietly.  My brother Daniel can’t hear and our ...

Did Esther and Ruth Break the Glass Ceiling? A Debate

Meesh: Back then, in biblical times, the ceiling was not glass, and I don’t think Esther or Ruth made any attempt ...

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