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A collection of source sheets about how to implement Judaism in our everyday life.
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Is It a Mitzvah to Vote?
Examining the sources around voting in Jewish tradition, with context provided for each source.
Clothing and Costumes in Judaism
An examination of the role clothing plays in Judaism
What's a Mezuzah?
A basic overview of mezuzah, complete with songs, stories, and key texts
Personally Connecting to Shir HaMa’alot (Psalm 126)
Ways to connect with the words of Psalm 126, plus some musical versions
What's a Pidyon Haben?
An examination of Pidyon HaBen, covering the basics, the intricacies, the ceremony, different denominational takes, and even All-of-a-Kind Family
Adoption and the Conversion of Children
An examination of adoption in Judaism, with a focus on the conversion process for adoptees.
How Do I Decide Between Requests for Donations?
An examination of sources about how to choose between requests for donations, with a case study of Julius Rosen
Guide to Friday Evening Services (1 page)
This is a sheet that can be printed to help visitors feel welcome in synagogue on Friday evenings. It can be copied and modified to fit other synagogue's needs.
Guide to Saturday Morning Services (1 page)
This is a sheet that can be printed to help visitors feel welcome in synagogue on Saturday mornings. It can be copied and modified to fit other synagogue's needs.
Study vs. Action: A Jewish Education Text Study
Looking at the purpose of Jewish education
Sneezes in the Bible and Beyond
Looking at sources about sneezing in Jewish tradition
How to Run Online Adult Education
A look at the pieces for how one community runs a successful online adult education program
A Burning Question: Are Cremations (and Embalming) Kosher?
An examination of the Jewish sources and perspectives on cremation and embalming
What’s the Buzz About Marijuana and Judaism?
Looking at cannabis in the Torah, medicinal marijuana, and recreational marijuana.
Attitude of Gratitude in Judaism
Aspects of giving thanks in Judaism, along with videos of songs.
Kashrut Basics and Not-so-Basics
The basics and not-so-basics of Kashrut
Kashrut: From the Torah to the Mishnah
Two examples of how kashrut evolved from the Torah to the Mishnah