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Every Day is Earth Day: Jewish Holidays and Environmental Justice

Since 1970, the United States has celebrated Earth Day every April. By contrast, ancient Jewish celebrations throughout the year remind us of our responsibility to safeguard the fragile planet God has entrusted to our care. Almost all of our Jewish observances reflect environmental concerns.

Women holding hands in front of a rainbow flag

The Passover Seder’s Four Children and LGBTQ Inclusion: Moving Toward Full Hospitality

We read, “Let all who are hungry come and eat.” These words have taken on deep meaning for me as I came out of the closet, got married, and had kids of my own: Our freedom and redemption are founded on being inclusive and welcoming.

The Four Questions: A Racial Justice Conversation for Your Passover Seder

At seder tables, we ask four questions to remind ourselves of our purpose. This year, we ask you to add four more questions to connect our ancient rituals to the demands of this moment in the struggle for racial justice.

What I Learned from My “Lost Passover”

Rabbi Stephen Lewis Fuchs

Two years ago, for the first time ever, I didn’t attend a seder. A virulent infection was poisoning my body and I was fighting for my life.

This Passover, Liberation from Gun Violence

Noah Fineberg

Photo by Hector Emanuel

Remembering Dr. King, Our Modern-Day Moses

Evan Traylor

As we mark 50 years since Dr. King was assassinated, and in thinking about his connection with Moses, I’m drawn to Dr. King’s “I’ve Been To the Mountaintop.”

Swiss Chard, Potato and Cheese Gratin

Recipe by

Stella Cohen

Served piping hot, this dish makes a wholesome light family meal.

Vegan Coconut Rum Raisin Tapioca Pudding

Recipe by

Kenden Alfond

Tapioca, made from cassava (yuca) root vegetable, is a comeback food.

At Tu BiShvat, Digging for Spiritual Growth

Edmon J. Rodman

While my neighbors were putting their Christmas trees to the curb, in what seems like a ritual of replacement, I was preparing to plant for Tu BiShvat.

Those Who Plant Will Reap: A Tu BiShvat Lesson

Revital Belz

Tu BiShvat is a reminder that we spend our lives planting seeds. Time and effort are needed for our efforts to bear fruit. Wait patiently. One day, like the seed, we will be blessed.