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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.

A Passover meditation on hesed, unconditional love

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.

From the bimah to Instagram: 14 women rabbis shaping Jewish life right now

These women rabbis are building communities, writing books, hosting podcasts, and bringing Jewish ideas to new audiences in fresh ways.

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.

The greatest rabbi of all time? With Jenna Weissman Joselit

Why is Yiddish the best failed language in history?

Open your hand open your heart: The Jewish practice of giving (Part 4)

Do I have enough? The comparison trap (Part 3)

Is birth control kosher? What Jewish law really says about contraception

From condoms to IUDs to the pill, not all birth control methods are treated the same in halacha. Here’s what Jewish law says.

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