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How to Hang a Mezuzah: A Practical Guide for Every Doorpost
Which doors need a mezuzah? Which side? At what height? At what angle? This practical guide walks you through the halakha and customs of mezuzah placement — from your front door to the guest bedroom.
The 613 Commandments: The Framework of Jewish Life
Judaism identifies 613 commandments in the Torah — 248 positive and 365 negative — covering everything from prayer and charity to agriculture and justice.
What Do Jews Believe? Core Beliefs, Values, and the Spirit of Debate
Jewish belief centers on one God, Torah, ethical action, and humanity's role in repairing the world — but within that framework, debate and diversity of opinion are not just tolerated but sacred.
Parashat Ki Tetze: 74 Mitzvot — Family Law, Honest Weights, and Remember Amalek
Parashat Ki Tetze contains more commandments than any other Torah portion — 74 in total — covering family law, the lost object, the bird's nest, honest weights and measures, and the obligation to remember Amalek.