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Prayer for Dwelling in the Sukkah of the Leviyatan, as taught in the name of Rabbi Meir of Rothenburg (ca. 13th c.) • the Open Siddur Project ✍ פְּרוֺיֶקְט הַסִּדּוּר הַפָּתוּחַ This formula for recitation in the Sukkah at the conclusion of Sukkot (on the night of Shemini Atseret) is given in the name of Rabbi Meir of Rothenburg (1215-1293) and found in two sources: Siman 148...

Prayer for Dwelling in the Sukkah of the Leviyatan, as taught in the name of Rabbi Meir of Rothenburg (ca. 13th c.) opensiddur.org?p=52770

If Haman had been a D&D player we'd be calling it "d20" instead of "Purim"

Hamas to release 6 living hostages on Saturday, after returning 4 bodies Thursday Only 3 living hostages were to go free on Sat., but Hamas will instead free all 6 of phase 1's remaining living hostages; families updated; FM says phase 2 talks to start this week

Hamas to release 6 living hostages on Saturday, after returning 4 bodies Thursday https://www.timesofisrael.com/hamas-to-release-6-living-hostages-on-saturday-after-returning-4-bodies-thursday/

Hamas says it will release bodies of four hostages, including Bibas children, on Thursday and six living hostages on Saturday | CNN Hamas on Tuesday said that it will release the dead bodies of four Israeli hostages on Thursday, including the two youngest people held by the group, Kfir and Ariel Bibas.

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Dive into Yiddish women’s poetry with the Yiddish Book Center's online course, “Froyen lider: Reading Yiddish Women’s Poetry Together" on Tuesdays, Feb 4, 11, 18, and 25, from 7–8:30 PM ET!

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The text reads: "Breaking: Israel and Hamas Agree to Cease-Fire and Hostage Deal. If implemented, the cease-fire would allow for the release of Israeli hostages held in Gaza and Palestinian prisoners in Israel, after more than a year of devasting war that has killed tens of thousands of Palestinians and destroyed much of the enclave."

Israeli and Hamas negotiators have agreed to a cease-fire in Gaza, officials say, though many details remained unclear. The deal comes after months of shuttle diplomacy to end the war in Gaza, which began after Hamas launched an attack on Israel on Oct. 7, 2023. nyti.ms/4jeAKD5

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I don't intend this poem as sacrilegious; I see helping others as our most sacred obligation. But in a week where once again words feel inadequate & I see so many thoughts & prayers posts, my prayer is that we act. Give what we can, now; help how we can, now; advocate, always, for a better tomorrow.

#ReproShabbat takes place annually when we read Parshat Mishpatim — the portion of the Torah containing verses used as the foundation of Judaism's approach to reproductive health, rights, and justice.

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2025 is here! Happy New Year!
May this year bring us health, prosperity, and peace!

Ḥag haBanot (Eid el Benat) Readings This is an archive of special readings prepared for the חג הבנות | Ḥag haBanot (عيد البنات | עיד אלבנאת), for the days on which Rosh Ḥodesh Tevet coincide with Ḥanukkah. As Dr. Lori Lefkowitz has writ...

Readings shared for Ḥag haBanot (Eid el Benat) opensiddur.org/index.php?ca...

If latkes are similar to tater tots why not ketchup or ranch or fry sauce instead of applesauce & sour cream?

One of the lessons we can learn from the Shammai lighting model on Hanukkah (lighting eight on first night and then fewer each night) is:

Life can sometimes feel chaotic, overly bright, and busy. As we remove distractions, we regain focus.

This is represented by the single candle at the end.

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A thought for Thanksgiving