Jewish ritual

Heartbreaking, Influential Moment: Rachel Fraenkel Says Kaddish For Son Naftali

Heartbreaking, Influential Moment: Rachel Fraenkel Says Kaddish For Son Naftali
By July 2, 2014

“A seminal moment from a religious perspective,” writes Yair Ettinger in Haaretz. Read More

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World’s Largest Shabbat Dinner In Tel Aviv Attended by 2,226 People

World’s Largest Shabbat Dinner In Tel Aviv Attended by 2,226 People
By June 16, 2014

800 bottles of wine, 80 bottles of vodka, 2000 challah rolls, 1800 pieces of chicken, 1000 pieces of beef. Read More

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This Passover, I’m Liberating Myself From My Anorexia—By Eating Chametz

This Passover, I’m Liberating Myself From My Anorexia—By Eating Chametz
By April 18, 2014

“I have finally been offered a taste of freedom from a disease that grabbed hold and wouldn’t let go.” Read More

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Nothing But Joy

Nothing But Joy
By September 26, 2007

Sukkot is my favorite holiday. I love all harvest festivals (I’m also a Thanksgiving sucker) and the rustic autumn colors and smells of fall that we get during sukkot. I love eating in tight quarters with guests, and sukkah hopping … Read More

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