judaism
God’s Optimism
A poem
Sway Machinery and Khaira Arby Video
Sway Machinery and Khaira Arby Video
Ask the Expert: Post-Mortem Bris
Do we circumcise a baby who died before he was eight days old?
Sabbath Manifesto
The Talmud suggests that one eat three meals on Shabbat. This might seem normal to you...
Harold & Maude
Maude herself is a closeted figure--we don’t know much about her life before meeting Harold. In one scene, however, Harold goes to hold Maude’s hand--the first moment of physical intimacy between the two. The camera zooms in and, for a moment, lingers on
Sabbath Manifesto
Many people give a few coins to charity, or tzedakah, just before lighting candles at sunset on Friday.
Sabbath Manifesto
Because the Sabbath is traditionally a day to refrain from work, it is the perfect time to catch up on some sleep. You’ll find Jews around the world taking a Shabbat afternoon shluf (nap), or at least sitting down and relaxing for a couple of hours.
Sabbath Manifesto
Getting away from the world around you is one of the most important parts of celebrating the Sabbath.
Sabbath Manifesto
Reboot & MyJewishLearning want to slow down your life.
Sabbath Manifesto
Yes, the rabbis of the Talmud gave you permission to get your drink on. Or, at least, to drink 3.07 ounces, the minimum amount of wine that the sages required in order to say kiddush on the Sabbath (although more is welcome, if you're in the mood).