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For Jewish individuals, Christmas is often not celebrated as a religious holiday but rather as a time to partake in activities like going to the movies and e...

The author discusses their plans for Thanksgiving, reflecting on their estrangement from their families. They reach out to friends who also have complex fami...

Joel Alperson, a dedicated Nebraska football fan and Jewish observer, has taken unique steps to accommodate both Yom Kippur and football games by bringing in...

The text expresses a plea for God to take responsibility and apologize for the suffering inflicted on humanity, enumerating sins and injustices attributed to...

The author expresses reluctance towards social gatherings like barbecues, proposing the idea of a holiday called "Fuck-Off Day" where everyone stays home. De...

From the 13th century onwards, a Jewish comedic tradition emerged of creating parodies of the Passover haggadah, intensifying in the 19th century with the ri...

The text is a personal reflection on the author's journey as a convert to Judaism and their struggle with Jewish food traditions, particularly around Passove...

Recent publications have highlighted the pursuit of happiness, linking it to understanding our own mental processes. As Purim approaches, the Jewish traditio...

Dan Friedman explores five whiskies, ideal for Purim celebrations, highlighting recent certifications by the Orthodox Union (OU) of Glenmorangie and Ardbeg S...

The author reflects on her experience as a stepmother to her husband's two daughters and how family vacations have played a crucial role in navigating the co...

In the story "Camp Fire" by Natan Sharansky from his book "Fear No Evil", the author describes his experience celebrating Hanukkah in a Soviet prison camp. D...

For Hanukkah, Chef Melissa Petitto offers creative and lighter recipes celebrating the holiday while honoring the tradition of oil. Her recipes include a Wil...

"Anander Mol, Anander Veig" is a project where electronic musicians, known as remixers, were invited to remix various Jewish holiday songs and klezmer classi...

In this humorous dialogue, two individuals, likely a rabbi and a congregant, discuss the challenges of crafting a meaningful Yom Kippur sermon that stands ou...

The author shares their preference for Shavuot over Passover, particularly due to their affinity for mystical aspects of Judaism, influenced by the writings ...

Shavuot is a Jewish holiday commemorating the giving of the Torah to the Israelites, marked by eating dairy products, staying up to study, and maintaining fe...

The text explores a fifth-and sixth-grade Purim musical revue at a Jewish school, where the narrator played Vashti, a character overshadowed by Esther, leadi...

Purim is a festive Jewish holiday commemorating the thwarting of a plot to annihilate the Jews in ancient Persia. It starts on Monday, March 6, 2023, and end...

Tu B'Shevat is a Jewish holiday known as the new year for trees, falling on the 15th of Shevat on the Hebrew calendar, around February. It signifies the begi...

Hanukkah, also known as the Festival of Lights, commemorates the rededication of the Second Temple in the 2nd century BCE after the Maccabees' successful upr...

The tradition of celebrating Hanukkah at the White House has evolved significantly over the years, with various presidents employing differing levels of ackn...

Shemini Atzeret, following Sukkot, marks the beginning of praying for rain, while Simchat Torah celebrates the conclusion and restarting of the Torah reading...

Sukkot, a holiday marking the pilgrimage to the Temple in Jerusalem, is celebrated by building temporary dwellings called sukkahs where meals are eaten and s...

Yom Kippur is the Day of Atonement, occurring on September 27-28 in 2020, where Jews fast, repent, and seek forgiveness for sins. It is the most significant ...

A woman reflects on her journey to becoming a cantor while grappling with her family's religious traditions and gender expectations. She shares her deep conn...

Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year, falls on the first day of the seventh month Tishrei but is significant as a day for reflection, repentance, and judgment ...

Honey holds a special place in Jewish culinary tradition and symbolism, commonly used during Rosh Hashanah for its sweet connotations of a good year ahead. R...

Tisha B'Av, the ninth day of the Hebrew month of Av, marks a time of mourning for Jewish tragedies such as the destruction of the First and Second Temples. O...

The narrator recounts a chaotic week during Christmas, Papa Irwin's 98th birthday, and the first night of Chanukah in 2005 in L.A. Family tensions are high, ...

Eco-conscious consumers can now enhance their Hanukkah celebrations with a selection of menorahs crafted from recycled and natural materials. Featuring uniqu...

Eileen Goltz presents simple and delicious Sukkot recipes to enjoy during the holiday festivities. Amidst the challenges of building a sukkah, Goltz emphasiz...

Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year, is traditionally associated with festive meals rich in symbolism. One unique custom is the serving of fish heads, symboli...

The writer, in a humorous and detailed account, attempts to recreate the traditional Hanukkah treat sufganiyot. Reflecting on childhood memories in Jerusalem...

At the Jewish Museum's Centennial Purim Ball, Mayor Michael Bloomberg highlighted the museum's significance and fundraising success. The event featured a sat...

The article discusses the significance of the Sukkah in Jewish tradition, drawing on the writings of Gershon Henoch of Radzin. It highlights the period of Eg...

The Orthodox Union's 2023 Purim magazine is available for submission of articles, advertisement, and subscription, maintaining all rights reserved.

Sukkot holds a unique place among Jewish holidays, embodying a double identity that reflects both repentance and growth. Rabbi Jeremy Kagan explores how Sukk...

The article by Eileen Goltz discusses the evolution of Purim shalach manot treats, focusing on chocolate as a star ingredient this year. Goltz shares recipes...

The author shares a humorous glimpse into preparing for Purim, focusing on acquiring loud groggers for the Megillah reading and baking hamantashen with her c...

Rabbi Joshua Berman examines the lack of emotional connection many feel towards Tisha B'Av and the concept of mourning the destruction of the Temple. He delv...

During the thirtieth anniversary of the Gulf War, Toby Klein Greenwald reflects on the experiences of her family during the war, including the fears, uncerta...