Liturgical Hebrew & Jewish Studies Program

Every year, while the Temple in Jerusalem was still standing, the second day of Passover was known as the ‘first

Every year, the Shabbat after ‘Tishah Be-Av’ {תשעה באב} – the fast day which commemorates the day of the destruction

One of the most interesting things about Purim {פורים} is that there is a difference regarding the time of celebrating

This year we will celebrate the Festival of Purim {פורים} in the upcoming week and that is why this week

Every year, immediately after Israel’s national Memorial Day, the country shifts from mourning to celebration as it marks its independence.

“Sevivon” (סביבון) is the Hebrew name for a four-sided spinning top (also known as dreidel) which is the most popular

Lighting the candles is the main ritual of Hanukkah {חנוכה}. Because Hanukkah lasts eight days, there are eight candles on

Today is the first day of Hanukkah – also known as the Festival of Lights. This holiday marks the historic

After reciting the Hanukkah blessings and lighting the Menorah, Jewish families traditionally break into song. Among all the melodies associated

When the Maccabees finally liberated Jerusalem and entered the Temple, their first desire was to restore the sacred service and