Ask the Rabbi with Rabbi Chaim Mintz I am considering going to a hotel for Pesach (Passover) that offers a full program of speakers and activities. I think it will provide a nice […]
Shabbat and Holidays
Inspiration, information, tutorials, recipes, and more on Shabbat and the Jewish holidays celebrated throughout the year.
Recognizing Hashem’s Kindnesses Each and Every Day Relating The Exodus from Egypt: Once a Year, or Every Day? The Torah describes the mitzvah (Torah commandment) of sipur yetziat Mitzrayim, relating […]
By Rabbi Usher Smith Swift Redemption The well-known verse in Shir HaShirim (2:8) states:“Kol Dodi hinei zeh bah, midaleig al he’harim, mikapeitz al hagva’ot”—”Behold, the voice of my Beloved (God) […]
Time Belongs to You In addition to the weekly portion, this week we read the section in the Torah regarding sanctifying the months of the Jewish calendar. When the Jews […]
As Pesach (Passover) approaches, TorahMates is excited to share a special edition Torah Nugget to learn together with your TorahMate. This beautifully designed, free PDF is packed with short, clear explanations, […]
An Oorah Holiday Guide Download Print Version We designed Oorah’s ten minute guides to help you find your way around the Yomim Tovim that mark the Jewish year. Our heritage […]
The Miracle of Purim On Purim, we celebrate the salvation of the Jewish Nation from extinction. Haman ordered in the name of King Achashverosh that all the Jews in his […]
The Unique Garments of the Kohen Gadol Aharon was handpicked by Hashem to be the Kohen Gadol (High Priest) and was privileged to wear a unique set of garments. Our […]
Purim is more than costumes and candy. It’s a powerful reminder that Hashem (God) runs the world even when He seems hidden. In this beautifully designed Torah Nugget on Purim, […]
Ask the Rabbi with Rabbi Chaim Mintz Why do we eat hamantaschen, triangular-shaped filled pastries, on Purim? I’ve heard they’re shaped like Haman’s three-cornered hat. But why would we commemorate […]
