Parashat Vayechi: King David's lesson in leadership
King David’s final words are not a farewell. They are a summons. A summons to responsibility, to faith and to moral resolve.
Jewish Holidays
Hanukkah 2025: From Hellenism to today’s culture wars
Hanukkah 2025: The power of the invisible
From golems to Horton to banana menorahs: This year’s Hanukkah kids’ books light up the imagination
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.
'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.
The history of bedikat hametz: From Talmudic era until today
Over the generations bedikat hametz (searching for leaven) has become a wonderful bonding opportunity for parents and children as we usher in the Passover holiday.
The American Heritage Haggadah: A personal story of production and publication
I worked hard to fulfill my dream, and thankfully I was successful. Some 7,000 copies are used at Seder tables throughout the world.
Passover 2025: A spiritual call for unity for the 2nd Passover since Oct. 7 - opinion
As we remove the hametz from our homes, let’s try to remove the hate from our hearts.
Shabbat Hagadol: Receiving the great Sabbath
This year, as Passover begins at the close of Shabbat, the lights of Shabbat and Passover flow into each other as we commemorate our becoming a people.
Passover 2025: Why must Jews see themselves as personally leaving Egypt?
Why should one see themselves as if they personally left Egypt? Because it's the essence of redemption: giving everyone, no matter his situation, the inner strength of faith, hope, joy, serenity.
Let my people go have fun! 48 things to do for Passover in and near Jerusalem
48 ways to celebrate Passover – Fun In Jerusalem provides the guide
Passover 2025: What you need to know about the Jewish holiday - explainer
What is the story of Passover, What are its various traditions and rules, And just what dates will it be taking place this year? Here is everything you need to know.
Purim's unacceptable mask: The powerful themes of revenge, evil, and free will
In the Scroll of Esther, revenge is a powerful theme, but just as clearly one that leads to confusion and tragedy.
