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Light Shabbat / Holiday Candles at
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Weekly Torah Portion
Shemini
Upcoming Holiday
Passover
Apr. 12 - Apr. 20
Weekly Magazine
14 Facts About Acharon Shel Pesach
While it’s usually the Passover Seders that get the most attention, the rest of the eight-day holiday is special too and the last day certainly packs a punch!
By Yehuda Altein
Take the Moshiach Quiz
What do you know about this super important Jewish personality and the era he will usher in?
By Menachem Posner
Omer Counter
Why Stay Up on the 7th Night of Passover?
In many Jewish communities—both Ashkenazi and Sephardic—there’s a beautiful tradition of staying up late (or even all night) on Shevi’i shel Pesach.
By Yehuda Shurpin
What Is Wrong With Heaven?
A discussion on Techiyat Hametim, the resurrection of the dead in the era of Redemption.
By Levik Gourarie and Zelig Katzman
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Learning & Inspiration
  • Expecting Moshiach TodayThe Previous Rebbe was once approached with the following dilemma: You profess to expect Moshiach’s... Read More
  • What Is Wrong With Heaven?A discussion on Techiyat Hametim, the resurrection of the dead in the era of Redemption. Read More
  • Printable Program for Your Moshiach's Meal (PDF)With suggested readings for each of the four cups Read More
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