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Growing Up Jewish in Modern Baghdad

Celebrating Nowruz as a model for hope and change.

The Surprising Connection between Purim and Yom Kippur

Purim and Yom Kippur appear to be complete opposites but the ancient rabbis say they are really two sides of the same coin.

The Religious Status of Yom Ha’atzmaut

Within Israel and in the greater Jewish world there are differing views as to whether there is a religious nature to Israel's Independence Day.

How to Make Cold Borscht

A summertime take on borscht with ginger and citrus.

Restaurants Around the U.S. Offering Passover Meal Delivery

From matzah ball soup to wood-fired matzah, the options are endless.

Tenth of Tevet

This fast commemorates the beginning of the end of the First Temple.

Mushroom, Onion, and Challah-Stuffed Acorn Squash

Thanksgiving is one of my family’s favorite holidays. Besides Passover, it is one of the only times we all come together during ...

Ecology & Shabbat

Shabbat gives us an opportunity to stop trying to control the world.

The Jewish Funeral, or Levaya

A Jewish funeral is held as quickly as possible after death and usually includes readings, a eulogy, and a special memorial prayer.

How to Negotiate Jewish Differences

9 tips to help your family get along, even if members observe Judaism differently.

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