Author: Emmett Stone
There are five holidays that were established in the time of Moshe, commanded by God, with a few other important days connected to them: Rosh Hashanah,…
Yom Kippur, the Day of Atonement, is one of the most significant and solemn holidays in the Jewish calendar. Central to the observance of Yom Kippur…
Tons of fruits are eaten at Rosh Hashanah, though certain ones have been cemented in the classic list of the simanim, or symbols, to be eaten…
The Torah, Talmud, and Midrash are replete with references to fantastical creatures that capture the imagination and convey profound theological and moral lessons. Among these creatures,…
The Seven Noahide Laws, or Sheva Mitzvot B’nei Noach, are a set of universal moral principles that, according to Jewish tradition, were given by God to…
Lag B’Omer is a festive day in the Jewish calendar, observed on the 33rd day of the Omer, the period between Passover and Shavuot. This day…
The Omer, a period of counting and reflection in Jewish tradition, holds profound significance in the Jewish calendar. Originating in the Torah, this practice has evolved…
The seventh day of Passover, known as “Shvi’i shel Pesach” in Hebrew, holds a significant place in Jewish tradition, both historically and religiously. Its origins trace…
The holidays of Pesach (Passover) and Sukkot are celebrated with great excitement and dedication, yet, nestled between these festive bookends are the lesser-known but significant days…
Passover, a major Jewish holiday, commemorates the Israelites’ liberation from slavery in ancient Egypt under the leadership of Moses before recieving the Torah on Mount Sinai.…