History of the Mezuzah in 60 seconds

You may have noticed that pomegranates are often portrayed in Jewish art in decorations for…

There are several Jewish traditions surrounding the death loved ones. We say the mourner’s…

When a Jewish family moves into a new home, relatives and friends can bring housewarming gifts…

Shabbat (Sabbath) at the western wall in Jerusalem.

LUNAR-SOLAR CALENDAR.The Jewish calendar is based mainly on the phases of the moon; but it also…

One of the most well known Jewish customs connected with the observance of Shabbat (the…

T'fillin, or phylacteries, are square black boxes traditionally worn on the head and arm.

The custom of reading from the Torah on Saturday mornings is so old that it is difficult to be…

Humans are partial to food to begin with, and Jewish culture is no different – plus Judaism has…

When a young boy reaches the age of thirteen, he is termed a bar mitzvah, which literally means…

Tzedakah is from the word meaning righteousness. A tzadek is a righteous person.

This is part of a short series on personal conduct at a Jewish funeral.

A get is a divorce under halacha, or Jewish law. The word can also refer to the document that…

The word “kosher” literally means “proper.” When kosher is used to describe food it refers to…

The custom of putting Tsitsit, fringes or tassels, on the corners of garments originates in the…

It is very common to associate the color blue with the Jewish people. It is on the flag of…

Many cultures have different ways of dealing with death. One Jewish custom is to place a stone…

The basic concept in Judaism relating to practice is the Mitzva, a commandment from HaShem.