Interfaith Weddings Support Jewish Families
Several years ago I received a telephone call from Jason, a young man who grew up in a large Midwestern city. Jason, along with his parents and grandparents, were active in their local synagogue. What prompted the phone call was Jason’s exuberance at having met...
Chuppah History and Traditions
…Chuppah History from Italy and Around the World Of all of the traditions that define the Jewish wedding ceremony, the chuppah, or bridal canopy, is one of the most symbolic and important. The canopy itself is a symbol of God’s love above the married couple as...
Hebrew Month Elul: Facts, Tips and Actions
The Month of Preparation On the secular calendar it’s early September while on the Hebrew calendar a new month has begun. It’s the Hebrew month Elul, the only month that does not feature a holiday, a feast day, a fast day or a memorial. And that’s no coincidence. Our...
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