Jewish tradition

Purim is coming. From Megillah to costumes, explore what stands behind the traditions we’ve carried for generations.

Discover the meaning behind Jewish dress, from the tallit and tzitzit to tefillin and modesty, with classic Torah and Talmud sources that reveal the spiritual purpose and daily impact of these mitzvot

Teachings that challenge how we understand respect, obligation, and love

How respect, compassion, and faith in a child’s soul help children grow resilient, secure, and true to themselves

Reports of the dead awakening sparked panic across Europe and led to royal orders to delay burial. From Moses Mendelssohn to the Gaon of Vilna, this is the story of how Jewish tradition stood firm.

Why do people from Safed and Jewish communities worldwide join the Abbo family’s Torah procession to Mount Meron each year? Sixth-generation descendant Rafael Abbo reveals the remarkable story behind this centuries-old tradition.

Thousands walk through Safed’s ancient streets each year, yet few truly encounter its spiritual heartbeat. Local voices share their pain, their hope, and their struggle to preserve the holiness of a city that once shaped the Jewish world.

Reflections on tradition, belief, raising children, and finding meaning between the secular and Haredi worlds

Through newly revealed personal journals, Rabbi Meir Mazuz’s life unfolds in his own handwriting, offering an intimate look at his faith, struggles, and lifelong devotion to Torah.

Before each new month begins, Yom Kippur Katan invites a moment of spiritual pause. This article explains its meaning and customs.

A central belief in Judaism, the Age of the Messiah promises redemption, restoration, and spiritual renewal. This article explores what this era means and how Jewish tradition understands its arrival.

Treasured for its deep meaning and power of protection, the mitzvah of mezuzah has safeguarded Jewish homes throughout history. Explore the faith and tradition behind this sacred practice.

Just before a new month begins, a special Shabbat prepares us through prayer and blessing. Discover the meaning of Shabbat Mevarchim.

How a young family transformed uncertainty into inspiration — building community, faith, and Jewish life far from home

In 13th-century Spain, a mother’s plea led to a landmark decision to save her son from leaving Judaism

Beyond flavor and nostalgia, the story of chamin reveals a centuries-old battle over the meaning of Shabbat — from the Karaites’ darkness to the rabbis’ light, and the enduring warmth of Jewish unity around a pot of slow-cooked faith

Why did this ancient city vanish without a trace? What led to its disappearance from Egyptian culture? Ramses II, the great king, had millions of slaves build a unique capital—only for his son, Merneptah, to abandon it. This is the enigma behind one of antiquity’s greatest lost cities.

True change begins not in palaces of power, but with individuals of faith who awaken the light within the darkness

Studies find that traditional practices like monthly rest periods and ritual immersion may support hormonal balance, reduce infections, and strengthen emotional intimacy in relationships.