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Shalom
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Shalom: The Hebrew Word That Means Far More Than Hello
Shalom means hello, goodbye, and peace — but its deepest meaning is wholeness and completeness. This one word holds the core of Jewish aspiration.
Shalom: Judaism's Vision of Peace and Wholeness
Shalom means far more than the absence of war — it signifies completeness, wholeness, and the way things ought to be. From Aaron the peacemaker to modern Jewish peacebuilding, explore how Judaism understands its most beloved word.
Core Jewish Values: A Complete List with Definitions
Judaism is built on values. This guide defines over twenty core Jewish values — from chesed to emet, from tzedakah to tikkun olam — with sources and practical meaning.
Sim Shalom: The Jewish Prayer for Peace
Sim Shalom — 'Grant Peace' — is the concluding blessing of the Amidah, Judaism's central prayer. It asks God for peace, goodness, blessing, grace, kindness, and compassion for all Israel and all humanity.