The word for grandmother in Hebrew is savta, or "grandma." The pronunciation of the word is similar to English, but…
The Hebrew word for life is hai. It is often written as SHamah or pikuach nefesh. Its first occurrence is…
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Singing the Ma Nishtana is a traditional part of the Seder meal at Passover. Also called the Four Questions, the…
A symbolic hymn to greet the sabbath, “Lecha Dodi” remains an influential part of celebrating Shabbat. “Lecha Dodi” is a…
Come in and explore the five megillahs of the Ketuvim, ancient scrolls passed down through the generations to spread the…
What is the best way to say Happy New Year during Rosh Hashanah? Read on to find out about Rosh…
When thinking of a highly specialized counterterrorism force, you might think of the Green Berets or Delta Force. Read on…
"Shabbat shalom" is a Hebrew greeting that means "Sabbath peace." It is typically used to wish someone a peaceful and…
Shalom Aleichem is a traditional Jewish phrase to greet friends and family throughout the week. However, many also use it…