All Articles ByRabbanit Esther Toldano

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Learn how to rise your challah dough just right every time with these essential tips.

Discover the blessing, how to separate the dough, prayers, requests, and what to do with the separated piece.

Get prepared with all the necessary tools and ingredients before starting the mitzvah.

Want to try a new challah recipe? Give this one a shot, and don't forget to spice it up with some prayers. Good luck!

Explore the depths and nuances of the mitzvah of separating challah, a timeless tradition rich with meaning.

Why was the mitzvah of separating challah given after the sin of the spies? To bring blessing into their homes and fix the blemish caused by the sin.

Discover the roots of the challah separation commandment in the Torah, Prophets, and Talmud, and learn why it was traditionally practiced in Israel.

In today's world, everything is readily available, including Shabbat challah. So why do we still practice taking challah?