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Mitzvah
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The Mezuzah: What's Inside, How to Hang It, and Why It Matters
A small scroll on the doorpost, containing the most important words in Judaism. The mezuzah marks every Jewish home as sacred space — and the rules for writing, placing, and caring for it are as precise as they are meaningful.
Hafrashat Challah: The Mitzvah of Separating Dough
Hafrashat challah is the mitzvah of separating a portion of dough when baking, connecting home bakers to the ancient Temple offerings and the sanctity of bread.
Bikur Cholim: The Jewish Mitzvah of Visiting the Sick
Bikur cholim — visiting the sick — is one of the most important mitzvot in Judaism, rooted in imitating God and demonstrating compassion through presence and practical help.
Hashavat Aveidah: The Mitzvah of Returning Lost Objects
Hashavat aveidah is the Torah commandment to return lost property to its owner, a mitzvah that reveals Judaism's deep commitment to honesty, community, and care for others' belongings.
How to Wrap Tefillin: A Complete Step-by-Step Guide
A clear, step-by-step guide to putting on tefillin — the leather prayer boxes worn during weekday morning services, from opening the bag to the final wrapping.