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Kiddush
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Judaism and Alcohol: Wine, Ritual, and the Art of Moderation
Wine is woven into nearly every Jewish ritual — from Shabbat kiddush to the Passover seder to the wedding ceremony. But Judaism also warns against excess, using Noah's drunkenness as a cautionary tale.
Building a Jewish Home: What Every New Household Needs
Whether you're a newlywed, a new convert, or simply starting fresh — here is what you need to turn a house into a Jewish home: from mezuzah to Shabbat candlesticks, kiddush cup to tzedakah box.
Shabbat: The Ultimate Guide to the Jewish Day of Rest
A comprehensive guide to Shabbat — from Friday preparation to Saturday night havdalah. Everything you need to know about the Jewish Sabbath: candle-lighting, prayers, meals, restrictions, and meaning.
Jewish Wine and Kiddush Wine: A Complete Guide
Wine is woven into Jewish ritual — from Shabbat kiddush to the Passover seder's four cups. Here is everything you need to know about kosher wine, mevushal, Israeli wine regions, and Elijah's cup.
How to Host a Shabbat Dinner
A complete guide to hosting a Shabbat dinner — from shopping and timing to candle lighting, kiddush, hamotzi, and the meal itself. Whether it's your first time or your five hundredth, here's how to make Friday night beautiful.
Jewish Wine: From Kiddush to Cabernet — A Complete Guide
Wine is the most sacred beverage in Judaism — required for Shabbat, holidays, weddings, and the Passover seder. From the sticky Manischewitz of your childhood to the world-class Cabernets of the Golan Heights, here is everything you need to know about Jewish wine.
How to Make Kiddush: A Complete Guide to the Shabbat Blessing
Everything you need to know about making kiddush — the blessing over wine that sanctifies Shabbat and holidays, including the full text, step-by-step instructions, and customs.
The Kiddush Cup: Sanctifying Time with Wine
The history, halakhic requirements, and spiritual significance of the kiddush cup — the vessel used to sanctify Shabbat and Jewish holidays over wine, and a cherished family heirloom in Jewish life.