The Zohar tells us that all the blessings of the week are dependent on and inspired by Shabbat. Shabbat is called the “great gift” from a heavenly treasure house, and our tables are vessels to ...

Standard Jewish prayers for the government, writes a scholar of Judaism and technology, omit the essential players in any democracy: the people. This Shabbat, like every Shabbat, synagogues around ...

In some homes, Shabbat is “brought in” with singing, blessings for children, prayers over wine and bread, and a set table. But even in secular homes it is the occasion for an unrushed sit-down ...

the first act of creation, the first act of blessing in this world. We too will light our Shabbat candles, countering the darkness in the world and in our hearts. Like God, we will double down ...

Tovah Feldshuh greets the audience before singing "Mi Sheberach" for "Shabbat on Broadway" at the St. James Theater, Jan. 27, 2024. Photo by Julia Gergely Both prayers were arranged by Cantor Azi ...

However, when it falls on Shabbat, it is moved to Thursday ... since this cake no longer has the form of matzah, and its blessing is “Mezonot” rather than “Hamotzi” (this seems to be ...

BEACHWOOD, Ohio — It's time for peace, prayer and reflection with the first Jewish sabbath since the attacks last week. 3News was at a Shabbat service in Beachwood yesterday meant to bring ...

During an inclusive Shabbat, individuals with autism and other disabilities lead traditional prayers, and also offer their own prayers through song or a speech. Someone from the group will lead ...

After pandemic separation and a recent surge in antisemitism, more young people — Jewish and not — seem to be celebrating the sabbath. By Alyson Krueger Thursday is not technically Shabbat ...