Tag: Traditions

The article discusses the author's family tradition of children hiding the afikoman during Passover Seder, a departure from the usual practice, leading to reflections on differing perspectives within traditions.
Kveller offers a guide with seven ways to adapt your Passover Seder this year in light of recent events like the October 7 attack in Israel and the war in Gaza.
The Promised Podcast Pesach-Palooza!
"The Joy of Purim—Alcohol Not Included" explores the author's personal struggle with the tradition of drinking on Purim and the deeper meaning behind the joy of the holiday.
"Hanukkah" is a poem by Avrom Liessen that reflects on the author's childhood memories of the holiday.
"The Franchise" is a podcast that examines the intersection of American Jewish culture and sports.
This text is a personal reflection about the experience of the author's father dying while he was a child.
The text highlights a concerning trend of elected officials in the U.S., including the president, failing to fulfill their duties during times of violence across the nation.
In "My First DIY Passover," the author grapples with the difficult decision to not attend their usual large and elaborate family Passover Seder due to safety concerns amid the pandemic.
In this personal reflection, the author discusses the role of Jewish identity in diaspora, particularly around the Christmas season.
The Purim Report details a day in the life of the author on Purim eve and Purim day in 2015, with reflections on the various traditions and activities surrounding the holiday.
The text revolves around the narrator’s deep relationship with Judaism, which evolves as she navigates marriage, divorce, and building a Jewish home.
The text explores the contrast between two grandmothers, Zelda and Gwendolyn, highlighting the author's deep connection to Zelda, who raised her and shaped her identity while growing up in Montreal.
The author reflects on spending Tisha B'Av in Rome near the Arch of Titus, a symbol of the destruction of the Second Temple.
The author humorously discusses ways to have the least Christmas-y Christmas ever, proposing alternative activities to counter the holiday spirit, especially relevant for those feeling pressured by the season's festivities.
The text discusses the challenges facing Masorti/Conservative Judaism in America, emphasizing that the success of religious teachings is not solely determined by their quality but also by societal influences.
The author reflects on growing up feeling like an outsider as a Jewish individual in a non-Jewish neighborhood, where Christmas celebrations dominated.
A rabbi recounts the challenges faced when announcing her engagement to another rabbi, navigating family reactions, including her grandmother's refusal to accept her same-sex marriage.