by Intern | Feb 4, 2020 | Holidays, Identity
As Jews around the world look forward to celebrating Tu Bishvat, the “Birthday of the Trees,” Indian Jews are hoping their unique malida ritual will be embraced across the globe. In addition to being a celebration of nature, the potential of spring, and the connection...
by Intern | Nov 29, 2018 | Holidays, Identity, Recipes
I grew up in the Bene Israel Jewish community in Mumbai and still live there. During Hanukkah, we have a busy schedule, going to each other’s houses to light the Hanukkah candles. We gather to celebrate with family and friends and in our synagogues. I always celebrate...
by Intern | Jul 2, 2018 | Identity, Jewish Ritual
Several years ago, I started a new job in a new city and wanted to check out a local synagogue. A co-worker, Francine, also Jewish though less practicing than me, came along for the ride. “One thing,” I told her before we went in. “Don’t tell them we’re Jewish.” She...
by Intern | Jun 27, 2018 | Holidays, Identity, Recipes
[vc_row][vc_column][rev_slider_vc alias=”article-header-banner”] [vc_column_text “post-meta-data”][+AUTHOR+][+PUBLICATION+][+DATE+] Hanukkah is observed with joy and celebration in Jewish communities around the world. There are 8 nights of...
by Intern | Jun 7, 2018 | Identity, Jewish Ritual
[vc_row][vc_column][rev_slider_vc alias=”article-header-banner”] [vc_column_text “post-meta-data”][+AUTHOR+][+PUBLICATION+][+DATE+] When I set out to study in a traditional religious academy in Jerusalem last year, I was expecting a spiritual...
