Dishes and pans used for chametz are not used on Pesach.
It dates back to the 13th century, part of the golden age of medieval Hebrew poetry.
Megillat Esther is read on Purim from a handwritten parchment scroll
If you have ever spent Shabbat in Jerusalem, you will have heard the siren sound 40 minutes before sunset announcing the imminent onset of Shabbat
Seven iconic fruits are listed by Deuteronomy as emblematic of the Land of Israel
A young boy, usually pre-barmitzvah, leads the congregation in singing this song of praise and yearning for God
The home is the main place for the mitzvah of lighting Chanucah candles.
Some people have the custom to cover up knives during Grace after Meals.
When seeing a family member or beloved friend after at least a month's separation, we say the blessing Shehechiyanu.
The congregation's response is to answer "Blessed is God for ever and ever", while bowing.
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