Ketubah: the Jewish Wedding Contract

This video is an introduction to what it means to be kosher.

The word Halakhah comes from the root word halakh which means “to go” and it is the name given…

Once the Beth Din had evidence that the new moon had been seen, (see FIXING THE CALENDAR) a new…

Seven Jewish customs and traditions observed before marriage.

The word Bar Mitzvah (spelled בר מצוה in Hebrew) means "one to whom the commandments apply".

Ever been invited to a bar or bat mitzvah and wonder what that even is?

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

What are some common Jewish funeral traditions and customs?

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

A tallit is a prayer shawl. Tallitot (plural of tallit) are rectangular in shape and have…

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

Have you done a mitzvah today? A mitzvah is a good deed, something done to benefit someone else…

Shabbat (Sabbath) at the western wall in Jerusalem.

The Hebrew word "tzedakah" derives from the biblical word "tzedek" meaning righteousness or…

A little holiday comedy to kick off the season. Comedian Elon Gold explains why Jews are better…

"...You shall not boil a young goat in its mother's milk" (Deuteronomy 14:21). Many take this…

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

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