Seinfeld: Jewish Food

Seven Jewish customs and traditions observed before marriage.

What are some common Jewish funeral traditions and customs?

הפטרה (Haftarah), the name given to the reading from the Prophetic books which follows the…

The Yiddish language is a wonderful source of rich expressions, especially terms of endearment…

How does your family celebrate Friday night Shabbat?

The Magen David is the six pointed star also known as the Star of David. Magen David literally…

Carroll O'Connor and Jean Stapleton as Archie and Edith Bunker from All in the Family sit down…

On March 3, 1963, television viewers were treated to an episode of the comedy Car 54, Where Are…

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

Sha'atnez is the term used for clothing made with a mixture of wool and linen fibres. This…

Shiva is a weeklong mourning period following the burial of an immediate relative in a Jewish…

Rent a son! In Japan people actually hire someone to be a “father” or “friend” for a day.

Kiddush, like candles, sanctifies the Sabbath. Making kiddush is a simple religious act that…

When reading sometimes it is helpful to have something to guide us so we don’t skip a line of…

How do you express gratitude when someone does something special for you? Do you say thank you?…

A chupah is a large covering that is often used at weddings to cover the bride and groom.

Dude it's Shabbos.

A mekhitza is a dividing wall or barrier that is used to separate men and women. It could be…