The Torah portion of Yisro, or in its English version Jethro, imports the important Kabbalistic issue surrounding the public raising of the hands.

Jan 13, 2011 – Gary Lilienthal

There is a point in the inception of a nation when a system of law is officially received, by public offer and acceptance, by the new nation's people.

Jan 13, 2011 – Gary Lilienthal

At the base of Mount Sinai extraordinary preparations were underway for Moses to deliver the law and for the people to duly and consciously receive the law.

Jan 13, 2011 – Gary Lilienthal

Terrorism and conflict between Israelis and Palestinians are part of life in Israel. Will the ideals of tikkun olam - and peace - ever be realized?

Jan 8, 2011 – Jan Lee

The Hebrew Bible is often referred to as the Old Testament. Yet it is distinct in composition, format and semantics from its Christian counterpart.

Dec 29, 2010 – Jan Lee

The prophecy of Isaiah 7:14 tells of the newborn Son of God to be called Emmanuel, however, He has and still is mainly referred to as Jesus. Why?

Dec 23, 2010 – Luds Kadimba

To some the Sons of Menashe in India, who practice Orthodox Judaism, are a quandary; to others, they are evidence of the miracle of Jewish survival.

Dec 20, 2010 – Jan Lee

The Jewish Holiday of Purim commemorates Esther, a young Jewish woman, courageously saving the Jewish people in Persia from extermination.

Dec 18, 2010 – Mark Tibbits

Christmas is the most challenging time of the year for many Jewish families, particularly for couples raising children with multi-faith backgrounds.

Dec 12, 2010 – Jan Lee

The Jewish Holiday of Tu B'Shevat celebrates the "New Year of the Trees". Tu B'Shevat means the 15th day of the month Shevat, the date it is observed.

Dec 9, 2010 – Mark Tibbits

Wolf Trap's annual Holiday Sing-a-Long features Hanukkah songs. The emphasis is still Christmas music at concerts, which before did not recognize Hanukkah.

Dec 8, 2010 – John Seidenberg

The Chabad-Lubavitch center of Pierce County builds the tallest canned food menorah in the Pacific Northwest at this year's Chanukah celebration and concert

Dec 6, 2010 – Malysa Stratton Louk

Tacoma city officials show their support for the Jewish community at the annual public menorah lighting in downtown Tacoma on the fifth night of Chanukah.

Dec 6, 2010 – Malysa Stratton Louk

Each year followers of Judaism celebrate Chanukah, or the "Festival of Lights." The following article is an introduction to the tradition of Chanukah.

Dec 6, 2010 – Lisa Cucciniello

The Talmud commands Jews to publicize the miracle of Hanukkah by lighting the chanukiah where others can see it. What about when anti-Semitism exists?

Dec 3, 2010 – Jan Lee

Judasim, the religion of the Jewish people, celebrates many holidays every year. Learn the special meaning of each holiday, and the dates they occur.

Nov 30, 2010 – Mark Tibbits

Judaism is the religion, philosophy, and way of life of the Jewish people, with about 13 million followers worldwide. Learn about its history and beliefs.

Nov 30, 2010 – Mark Tibbits

Hanukkah, or Chanukah, also known as The Festival of Lights, is an 8-day Jewish holiday commemorating the re-dedication of the Holy Temple in Jerusalem.

Nov 26, 2010 – Mark Tibbits

Hanukah is an eight day Jewish holiday that falls in early winter and is celebrated with food, rituals and fun games.

Nov 19, 2010 – Sarahlynne Davis

No matter how you spell it, quite simply, Chanukah/Hanukkah/Chanukkah/Hannukah is the Jewish festival of lights; the celebration of two miracles.

Nov 18, 2010 – Teri Silver