What We Can Learn from the Rich Symbolism of Sukkot
There are more spiritually resonant symbols associated with the Festival of Sukkot than with any other major Jewish holiday. On Yom Kippur, the only visual marker is the special clothing many wear as...
View ArticleWhat Does a Southern & Jewish Sukkot Parody Look Like?
You know that song that’s been playing on the radio? That one with the really catchy tune that you just can’t get out of your head? We all have one. For Vikki Goldstein of B’nai Israel Congregation in...
View ArticleCan You Eat Your Etrog?
Well, first thing’s first: what is an etrog? The etrog is a medium size fruit that sort of looks like a bumpy lemon and is also referred to as a citron. It has a lemon scent and flavor, though it is...
View ArticleUse Your Etrog With These 5 Recipes
Sukkot is over (holidays are over finally – yay) and it’s back to normal life again. Now, what to do with that etrog? For those of you who have wondered, “can I eat the etrog?” The answer is yes, yes...
View ArticleYou Can Thank Jews for That Orange You’re Eating
Winter is citrus season. The sweetest and juiciest oranges, lemons and grapefruits appear in stores just when we seem to need them the most. What could be more welcome on a gray January day than a...
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