Browsing: oral law
Everyone knows that on Hanukkah , the first night the menorah has one candle, then two the next day and so on until there are 8…
Jewish fast days, known as a “ta’ana,” play a significant role in the Jewish calendar, serving as occasions for reflection, repentance, and spiritual introspection, each with…
In Parashat Shoftim, which is found in the Book of Deuteronomy (Devarim), we delve into a range of laws and principles that pertain to creating a…
One would be forgiven for thinking that like other religions were there is a clear and strict hierarchy of different titles and positions, Judaism uses lots…
The Seven Noahide Laws, or in Hebrew Sheva Mitzvot Bnei Noach, are a set of ethical and moral imperatives that are considered to be binding on…
In Parashat Re’eh, nestled within the Book of Deuteronomy, teaches the relationship between the Israelites, their choices, and their Divine destiny. This portion emphasizes the concepts…
Not all places are created equally, and particularly in the four holy cities Jerusalem, Hebron, Tiberias, and Tzfat is this true. Each of these cities represents…
Parashat Eikev, found within the Book of Deuteronomy, offers profound insights that underscore the importance of gratitude, obedience, and the recognition of God’s unwavering providence. By…
Challah, a now typically braided bread eaten for Shabbat and holidays, is one of the most recognizable Jewish symbols out there. While many people can recognize…
Rabbinic law refers to the body of legal rulings, interpretations, and enactments that were formulated by the rabbis throughout history, though even the use of ‘rabbi’…