Jewish Holidays

Struggling with endless snacking during the holiday? Dietitian Nir Cohen from the Ministry of Health offers practical ideas to help you tackle the issue this year.

Looking for inspiration to design your Sukkot table? Discover 7 enchanting ideas to enhance your Sukkot celebration with style. From natural elements to vibrant colors and unique accessories, each small detail contributes to an elegant concept that will add a personal and unique touch to your sukkah this year.

Yom Kippur is approaching, and it's common to think that piling on food at the pre-fast meal will make fasting easier. However, that's not quite right. A dietitian shares foods to enjoy and those to avoid.

Discover the health benefits of yellow dates and how to incorporate them into your holiday menu.

In 922, a major event occurred in Jewish history. The Geon of Israel sent out a calendar to Jewish communities, only to face public opposition from the Geon of Babylon: The calendar was wrong, and Rosh Hashanah and Passover were to be celebrated on Tuesday, not Sunday, as the Israeli Geon declared!

Traveling to sacred sites during festivals required early departures, especially given the harsh winter conditions. Consequently, most journeys took place from Passover to Shavuot.

Is it permissible for a child with ADHD to take Ritalin during a fast? How should one handle cravings for sweets? Explore these intriguing halachic questions surrounding fasts and ADHD.

Mourning customs before Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur, and how to calculate the thirty-day period when a death occurs close to a holiday

Essential laws of Rosh Hashanah for observance - A daily guide featuring two halachot based on the rulings of Rabbi Ovadia Yosef zt"l

Essential laws for Rosh Hashanah: Discover proper holiday preparations and spiritual practices

Essential guidelines for celebrating Shavuot according to Jewish law

On the 18th of Sh'vat, the Jews of Saragossa celebrate Purim Saragossa, remembering the miraculous rescue that occurred. The tale involves an evil king, a conflict over Torah scrolls, and the downfall of Marcus the wicked.