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Before the Funeral: Jewish Laws that Honor the Dead
Close relatives of a deceased person are expected set everything aside in order to attend to the burial preparations and honor the dead
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Mourning Laws Around the Festivals: A Beginner’s Guide
No mourning is permitted on festivals, so what happens if a close relative passes away before one of the Yomim Tovim?
When Is Shivah Not Shivah? How Mourning Transforms into Rejoicing
When Yom Tov arrives, mourning does not just pause, it ceases
The Mitzvah That Overrides Mourning: Bringing Children into the World
Why building a Jewish home takes precedence, even in the shadow of loss
Eggs, Bread, and Comfort: The First Meal of Mourning in Jewish Law
The halachic rules and symbolism of the se’udat havra’ah. Why must the community provide the first meal to mourners after the burial of their loved one?
Honoring the Dead: The Jewish Laws of Burial
Even the greatest sinners are treated with respect after death, as man was created in the Divine image
Jewish Funeral Practices: Torah Guidelines for Honoring the Deceased
A comprehensive halachic guide to Jewish funeral traditions, including honoring parents, reciting Psalms, giving charity, and the mitzvah of chesed shel emet.
From Gorillas to 100-Year-Olds: Amazing World Facts
Did you know bees sting each other, and some cities have hundreds of 100-year-olds? These surprising facts might make you smile
The Surprising Link Between Wealth and Selfishness
Discover how income levels influence happiness and emotional satisfaction.
One Step Closer to Hashem, One Miracle After Another
She took on modesty before Chanukah—and watched miracle after miracle unfold, year after year
The Doctors Pushed for Abortion—But a Dream Changed Everything
Frightening test results, painful decisions, and one powerful dream that gave us hope when we needed it most.
The Driver Didn’t See Me—But Hashem Was Watching
The accident could have changed my life forever. Instead, it became a moment of faith and deep gratitude.
Is Your Child Gaining Weight? Check What They Do Before Bed
New Study Finds: Children's Bedtime Activities Impact Their Obesity Risk
The Day a Tense Store Line Taught a Woman About Compassion
What would you do if you found yourself in a public space witnessing a parent struggling with particularly challenging children? A viral post describes two possible approaches.
Moshe Sigdon: 'Shabbat Always Protected Us, Now We Must Learn to Protect It'
After the hardship of losing his son on Shabbat eve, Moshe Sigdon founded 'Simchat Moshe Rabbeinu,' organizing Shabbat law studies in hundreds of schools across the country.
The World's Most Expensive Kippah: A Tale of Art and Faith
A Nigerian artist creates a lavish kippah as a tribute to his love for Judaism. If sold, he promises to donate part of the proceeds to Chabad of Nigeria.
How an Old Blanket Changed My Life: Loren Kreitzer's Unbelievable Story
Loren Kreitzer barely survived on disability checks until an old, dusty blanket brought unexpected fortune.
From Dolphins to Bunkers: Things You Didn’t Know
Learn about dolphins, dried fruit, cats in history, and other unexpected facts from around the world
Colorful MRI Machines Change Children's Hospital Experience
Industrial designer Doug Deitz discovered that most kids are deeply scared of MRI scans and redesigned the experience to be comforting and fun.
Crocodiles, Cookies, and Other Wild Facts
Cookies, zebras, and giant stars? These 7 surprising facts might just make your day
