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Biblical Readings for Passover
The selections highlight different aspects of the holiday.
I Think About This Kosher Hot Dog Every Day
The chicken-cilantro dog garnished with Caesar salad from Jeff's Gourmet in LA is legendary.
Why I Converted to Judaism
My involvement with Judaism began with a Jewish boyfriend, but I ultimately converted for myself.
Surrogate Judaism
Some try to "outsource" their Judaism, but this approach has severe limits.
American Jews, Celebrate, Jewish History, Shabbat
Shabbat as Social Reform
Rabbis and Jews argued for a five-day work week in order to be able to observe Shabbat.
Celebrate, Denominations, JOFA's Torch, Live, Pray, Women & Feminism
Shelo Asani Isha
It was mid-August and the air conditioning was broken in the café on the Upper West Side of Manhattan. Across ...
Celebrate, JOFA's Torch, Mourn, Pray, Prayers for Mourners, Women & Feminism
Overcoming Obstacles to Recite Mourner’s Kaddish with Dignity
My father died on Rosh Hashanah 5764. He died at home, in a clean white bed, surrounded by his wife ...
The Jews Behind Brooklyn’s Most Ugly-Delicious Fruit
The Spitz Family carved out a niche that, for years, was theirs alone: Small batches of the best quality fruit.
Beliefs & Practices, Clothing & Appearance, Jewish&, Study
From Monsey to Istanbul
Whenever I visit somewhere new, whether in my country of origin or somewhere foreign, I typically stand on the periphery ...