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Tablet The Time Machine 12 Nov 2021
The article discusses the significance of the Jewish calendar, particularly in the context of the Jewish concept of time. The Jewish calendar is a unique ama...
12 Nov 2021
Tablet Have a Nice Day 8 Oct 2021
The Talmud discusses the concept of a "good day" in Tractate Beitzah, focusing on the distinctions between Yom Tov (Jewish festivals) and Shabbat. While Shab...
8 Oct 2021
Tablet Why Sukkot Is the Holiday You Need Right Now 1 Sep 2021
Sukkot is a holiday that is often misunderstood or ignored because it is difficult to explain. It was originally connected to the Temple in Jerusalem and was...
1 Sep 2021
Tablet The Jewish Time Traveler’s Manual 8 Jul 2021
The text explores the idea that Yom Kippur, the Jewish Day of Atonement, is a form of time travel. The focus of Yom Kippur is not only fasting, but also the ...
8 Jul 2021
Tablet A Love Song to Taxes 9 Apr 2021
The Talmudic tractate Shekalim is a love song to taxes and why they matter. It explains that every Jewish adult was required to contribute a half shekel to t...
9 Apr 2021
Tablet Absolute Beginners 22 Mar 2021
The author explores the significance of Moses and the Exodus in Jewish holidays and rituals, and the lack of commemoration for the Patriarchs and Matriarchs....
22 Mar 2021
Tablet It’s Garry Shandling’s Shpiel 24 Feb 2021
Garry Shandling, a Jewish comedian, is the subject of this article, which explores his life and works in relation to the holiday of Purim. Shandling's comedy...
24 Feb 2021
Tablet Want to Understand 2020? Look at 1840. 14 Dec 2020
The author suggests that to understand the events of 2020, one can look at the year 1840. They draw parallels between the two periods, noting the technologic...
14 Dec 2020
Jewish Action A Polite Request for Basic Sensitivity 20 Jun 2019
This piece shares two scenarios where individuals, Rebecca and Baruch, are faced with insensitivity from others regarding their personal struggles - Rebecca ...
20 Jun 2019
Jewish Action A Polite Request for Basic Sensitivity 20 Jun 2019
The text discusses the importance of sensitivity and empathy towards individuals facing challenges, such as infertility, job loss, or being single. It highli...
20 Jun 2019