Jewish customs

From oversized baskets to sugar overload, Mishloach Manot have become a status symbol. This article examines how excess has reshaped the mitzvah, and how simplicity can restore its meaning.

A complete halachic guide to honoring a loved one’s yahrzeit, from setting the correct date to meaningful practices that elevate the soul year after year

From a single verse in the Torah to detailed Jewish practice — understanding meat and milk through the Oral Law

Rosh Chodesh marks the start of each Hebrew month and plays a central role in the Jewish calendar. This article explores its origins, its role in determining holidays, and how it is observed today.

A childhood memory of lettuce sparks a secret search for Jewish roots, leading to the miraculous rediscovery of a priceless Torah manuscript

A quick guide to handling tablecloths without transgressing Jewish Law

A young scholar raised concerns, arguing it looked like idol worship. The community sought guidance from the distinguished Ben Ish Chai in Baghdad.

How hot food became a symbol of honoring Shabbat, survived persecution in Europe, and remains a powerful expression of Jewish identity

A quiet midnight burial takes an unexpected turn when a stranger appears—reminding the family just how deeply their father lived by his values.

Is head covering a halachic obligation or a custom?

Lighting memorial candles in memory of beloved deceased relatives is a widespread practice. What is the origin and meaning of this custom?

Learn about the tradition of arranging many fruits on Tu BiShvat and how to handle blessings during the celebration

A guide to the symbolic foods and customs of the Rosh Hashanah feast, based on the teachings of Rabbi Ovadia Yosef

Essential Guidelines on Handling Marriage Documents and Replacement Procedures

Wondering which blessings to recite over cooked beets—both before and after eating them? Here’s a clear guide, including how much you need to eat to require a blessing.

Curious about the blessings for yogurt? Discover the first and last blessings you should say, complete with details on portion sizes.

Is a birthday truly of special importance? And why is it worthwhile to increase Torah study, charity, and self-reflection on this day?

History, customs, and the surprising origins of the Tu b'Shevat fruit-eating tradition