Jewish traditions

Is it permissible to turn on a faucet that drains into the garden? Can you move a pot, and can you place aromatic leaves in water?

After losing seven children in the Holocaust, Rabbi Yehuda Leib Meizlik shared a final request with his only surviving daughter during a quiet boat ride on the Dnieper River.

The Torah teaches the power of delaying gratification and finding meaning in patience, faith, and the sacred rhythm of time

From cleaning and shopping to calm, joyful prep, our readers share real-world hacks to help you reach Passover feeling organized, happy, and sane. Clip and save.

From meticulous chametz searches that keep us honest to Seder-night moments said to open doors for love, healing, and calm—12 time-honored Passover practices you may not have heard about but will want to try.

A practical, friendly checklist to help you buy foods and household products for Passover with confidence—what’s fine, what needs supervision, and where customs differ.

Who can eat kitniyot on Passover, and why do some keep stricter customs? A quick, practical guide.

Before you stress over pre-Passover prep, here are the cleanups you can skip—with a clear conscience.

A quick, practical guide to what’s allowed on the day before Passover—so you arrive at the Seder hungry for the mitzvahmatzah.

From fish bones to laundry baskets, these ten common scenarios explain when selecting on Shabbat becomes a violation and when it is permitted according to Yalkut Yosef.

Think you’re truly honoring Shabbat? These nine practical rulings from Yalkut Yosef will refine your Friday preparation, elevate your meals, and sharpen your mindset.

Your guide to the pre-Purim custom: who gives, how much to give, when to give it, and why it matters.

Who to give to, what to give, and when it counts. This quick, no-stress guide breaks down matanot la’evyonim so you can give correctly, generously, and with confidence on Purim.

There’s one day that can flip your weekly grind, reset your priorities, and open the door to a habit that brings real meaning back to life.

Tired of the same mishloach manot every year? This guide offers five creative, easy ideas that bring meaning, originality, and Purim joy to your giving.

Discover the rich history, unique customs, and miraculous survival of the Mountain Jews, a community rooted in the days of Ezra the Scribe

Once a year, children take center stage at a feast designed just for them. Why? The answer lies in a Tunisian Jewish tradition connected to Parashat Yitro.

Explore the story of Israel’s enslavement in Egypt, the miracles of the Exodus, and why this defining experience lies at the heart of Jewish faith and identity.

From decor to divrei Torah, here’s how to turn your Friday night table into the highlight of your family’s week

There's no need for a revolution to bring the light of Jewish tradition into your home.