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How is tzedakah different from charity?
The effect is the same – those in need are given help - but one is an obligation, while the other is a choice.
Can you eat during the Seder?
In our family, we grew up with an unspoken rule that there was no eating during the Seder, except for what was required as part of the seder. Except for babies in highchairs. It was a revelation to me when someone suggested putting out snacks on the table, initially to make the wait easier on our children.
What does Haggadah mean?
“Haggadah” is a Hebrew word that means “telling” in the sense of “recounting”. As such, it’s also the name of the book that is used during a Passover Seder to guide participants in the retelling of the exodus from Egypt and the rituals associated with this retelling.
What do I need to have a Passover Seder?
Preparation for a Seder can seem overwhelming, but it doesn’t need to be!
What college has the highest percentage of Jewish students?
Considering the percentage of the student population that is Jewish might give you a better feel for the likelihood of actually finding other Jewish students.
What university has the most Jewish students?
If you or someone you know are making decisions about post-secondary education next year, you may be wondering where the Jewish students are.
What is written inside a Mezuzah?
“Mezuzah” means doorpost, but it has come to mean the object that Jews hang outside their doors, on the doorpost. It’s composed of two parts, the scroll, sometimes called a klaf (קְלָף ) which has the words of the mezuzah, and a case for the scroll.
What should I put in a Tzedakah box?
The short and obvious answer to this question is, “Money”. But there are some more interesting questions hidden behind this simple one.
Is a Mezuzah good luck?
If you do an Internet search for “mezuzah folk tales”, you’ll find plenty of stories of terrible things happening to people whose mezuzot are somehow not kosher….
What bread can be used for Shabbat?
A traditional challah isn’t your only option when it comes to bread for Shabbat.
What are the rules for a kiddush cup?
Are there rules about what qualifies as a Kiddush cup? Read on!