Guide to Jewish Holidays

The Jewish calendar is filled with many major and minor holidays and we are here to unpack them all.

10 essential Haggadah phrases to know for Passover

Each year, Jewish families gather at the Passover seder to tell the Exodus story. Let’s unpack 10 essential expressions from the Haggadah.

What’s on the seder table? Understanding the symbolism of Passover foods

Every item on the Seder plate is a chance to see ourselves more clearly, encouraging us not just to remember history, but to reflect on our experiences.

What is ‘internal chametz’? A mindful approach to Passover cleaning

As we clean for Passover, we also have an opportunity to leave behind a different type of ‘chametz’: the internal kind.

What to watch for Passover: best movies and TV shows

Whether you’re winding down after a long seder or just looking for something festive to stream, these Passover movies and TV episodes bring the story of Exodus — and a little humor — to your screen.

Why do Jewish people sell their bread before Passover?

Someone is willing to buy that granola bar in your gym bag. The catch? You’ll end up owning it again, and it will likely never leave your house.

Passover greetings: What to say to your Jewish friends on Passover

You might be wondering how to greet your Jewish friends during Passover. Is “Happy Passover” enough? Are there more traditional or thoughtful phrases to use? We’ve got you covered!

These fresh Passover desserts are perfect for spring tables

Passover arrives with spring, and with it a welcome shift from heavy winter dishes to desserts that feel bright, fresh, and full of life.

Passover guide 2026: How and when to celebrate the Jewish holiday

Here’s a rundown of everything you need to know about the Jewish holiday of Passover, and how to celebrate it.

When is Passover 2026?

Whether you’re the one leading the Seder or just there for the brisket and charoset, it’s time to mark your calendars for Passover 2026.

Special Episode: For such a time as this. Purim, Persia and the Iran War

Queen Esther’s Purim Cheese Sambusak

From Shushan to your oven: cheese sambusak, a Purim tradition that remembers Esther’s courage, one hidden filling at a time.

Orthodox women scribes were unthinkable. Then Safed got a women-written Megillah.

Blocked from guidance and supplies, four Orthodox women trained in sofrut and created a kosher Megillah that’s read each year.

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