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As we look ahead to Yom Kippur next week, explore 15 historical events - both ancient and modern - that took place on th...
09/15/2026

As we look ahead to Yom Kippur next week, explore 15 historical events - both ancient and modern - that took place on this sacred day. 👉

Quite a number of things happened on Yom Kippur.

Ready for a fresh start? Discover 6 inspiring reasons to pause and hear the shofar this coming Rosh Hashanah. 👉
09/10/2026

Ready for a fresh start? Discover 6 inspiring reasons to pause and hear the shofar this coming Rosh Hashanah. 👉

Sometimes the most important reason is the simplest one: We do it because God asked us to.

Your complete guide to celebrating Rosh Hashanah! From sweet traditions to simple blessings, get ready to welcome a beau...
09/08/2026

Your complete guide to celebrating Rosh Hashanah! From sweet traditions to simple blessings, get ready to welcome a beautiful, sweet New Year. 👉

The basic Rosh Hashanah observances, with links leading to more information.

Think you can score 10/10 on these Rosh Hashanah trivia riddles? Test your knowledge on holiday traditions and let us kn...
09/03/2026

Think you can score 10/10 on these Rosh Hashanah trivia riddles? Test your knowledge on holiday traditions and let us know how you did in the comments! 👉

Test your Rosh Hashanah knowledge!

Did you know this coming Jewish year will be 385 days long - the absolute maximum possible? Discover what makes the upco...
09/01/2026

Did you know this coming Jewish year will be 385 days long - the absolute maximum possible? Discover what makes the upcoming year so rare and spiritually unique. 👉

It's the longest year possible; it begins and ends with Shabbat, and more!

When was the last time you paused to say thank you? This week’s Torah reading reveals why real joy is impossible until w...
08/27/2026

When was the last time you paused to say thank you? This week’s Torah reading reveals why real joy is impossible until we make sure those around us can celebrate too. 👉

Anxious Parshah

Think connecting to your roots requires perfection or special status? Think again. Discover why this month is all about ...
08/25/2026

Think connecting to your roots requires perfection or special status? Think again. Discover why this month is all about an open door, a warm smile, and unconditional acceptance. 👉

What does it actually mean?

Hosting for Rosh Hashanah? Make life easier on yourself by cooking ahead! Check out these 15 recipes that freeze beautif...
08/20/2026

Hosting for Rosh Hashanah? Make life easier on yourself by cooking ahead! Check out these 15 recipes that freeze beautifully - from round raisin challah to wine-braised brisket and desserts. 👉

When it comes to cooking in advance and freezing, some things fare better than others. Baked goods—challah, cakes, cookies—wrapped tightly come out perfectly. As do most meat dishes. Chicken doesn’t do as well, so I recommend preparing it raw and freezing it (in a marinade or sauce) so you can...

Did you know it’s a traditional custom to hear the shofar daily during Elul, the month before Rosh Hashanah? Can listeni...
08/18/2026

Did you know it’s a traditional custom to hear the shofar daily during Elul, the month before Rosh Hashanah? Can listening online count? Find out here! 👉

I’m currently unable to attend service. Can I fulfill this custom by listening to the shofar over Zoom?

How deep is your Jewish music trivia? Put your song knowledge to the test with this fun quiz, and let us know how you di...
08/13/2026

How deep is your Jewish music trivia? Put your song knowledge to the test with this fun quiz, and let us know how you did in the comments! 👉

Who composed the common tune for “Eishet Chayil”?

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