Therefore, one should wait until tzeit ha-kochavim (nightfall), when the first day ends, and then it is permissible to ...

Shabbat observers face a significant challenge when it comes to using electrical appliances during Shabbat and holidays. Just ...

People across the D.C. area are coming together to mark one year since Hamas militants attacked Israel, killing 1,200 people and taking 250 as hostages. Nearly 42,000 Palestinians have been killed by ...

Survivors of Israel's deadliest terror attack attended a Shabbat retreat, sharing stories of resilience and fostering ...

Shabbat candlesticks are a constant reminder to me of the importance of honouring the Sabbath and festivals. The customs we follow during that remind us of sadness in times of joy, allow us to remain ...

On Friday, October 4, Stevens Hillel hosted a Shabbat dinner in celebration of the Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year. While ...

Palm Beach Synagogue at 120 N. County Road will host a series of High Holiday events that include adult services, holiday ...

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A rundown on the Sukkot's history and meaning, differing customs, and rules and times for when Yom Tov begins and ends.

More than 400 people, including University President Alan M. Garber ’76 and College Dean Rakesh Khurana, gathered in front of ...

Jewish students and leaders underscored the importance of community in processing the deeply traumatic Oct. 7 attacks, and ...

The whoops and applause felt more suited to a rock concert than a prayer service. But this was a gathering of survivors from ...