Judaism

French ministers decry Nanterre graffiti calling for Jewish union 'out of our universities'

The union called the graffiti a crude form of antisemitism and said it would continue to represent Jewish students against anti-Jewish hatred.

Counting the Omer: A journey from Passover to Shavuot

The pilgrimage festival of Shavuot at the conclusion of the Omer period was in thanksgiving for God’s blessing and protection of the land and its produce.

How to get through the Passover Seder without consuming too many calories

It may only happen once a year, but for weight watchers, the Seder meal can come at a hefty price of thousands of calories in one evening. So how can you reduce risk of weight gain?

Passover 2025: Are we a nation or a family?

If we are a nation that sees itself as a family, let us remember those families that have carried such a heavy burden throughout this war.

A journey through Seder night: A time machine of Jewish memory

From ancient Egypt to now: A look at Jewish seder nights through the ages.

By JONATHAN LIEBERMAN
12/04/2025

'Jewish & Israel Trivia': The perfect trivia challenge for the Passover Seder

If you haven’t picked up a copy before the Seder, I strongly suggest you grab one as soon as you can. This trivia booklet is bound to sell like hotcakes. 

The Passover paradox: Being given freedom from slavery, but also new strict rules

Surely, freedom means the overthrow of rules? Why leave one bondage merely to enter another, even if only a symbolic one?

By MORDECHAI BECK
12/04/2025

Passover: The message of empathy in the Haggadah

This Passover, as we retell the story of our journey from slavery to freedom, may we be mindful of the other people seeking to experience the same journey toward freedom.

12/04/2025

'Departing Egypt: Passover Haggadah': Excerpts for insights at the Passover Seder

Below are excerpts from Rabbi Aryeh A. Frimer’s book, chock-full of insights aimed at providing ample food for thought and discussion at the Seder. 

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