How Do You Spell Hanukkah?
Because Hanukkah is a Hebrew word, there is no one correct way to translate the spelling of the word into English. So what spelling is best?
If One Member of a Couple is Jewish, but the Other Isn't, is Their Child Considered Jewish by the Reform Movement?
Historically, since the Rabbinic period (post 70 CE), Jewish status was passed down by the mother.
What is Reform Judaism's position on cremation?
It is considered a mitzvah to bury the dead with all proper respect.
On Shabbat, why is the challah covered with a decorative cloth?
There are two popular explanations for this custom.
Why is the Sabbath considered a day of rest?
The requirement that we rest on Shabbat is explained by the Torah according to two broad themes.
What is Reform Judaism's position on allowing terminally ill people who are mentally competent to request medication from doctors to allow them to end their own lives?
Jewish tradition holds that since life is a gift from God, it is to be cherished until its last moments.
Do Jews celebrate Valentine’s Day? Is there a Jewish holiday similar to Valentine's Day?
The origins of Valentine’s Day are linked to a saint, though, the connections are dubious and even the Catholic Church has removed Valentine's Day from the church calendar.
What is a Ketubah?
Ketubah means “written” and has come to refer to the Jewish marriage contract. An ancient document, the ketubah represented an advancement in women’s status by protecting the rights of the bride.
Why do some Jews write "G-d" instead of "God"?
Writing "G-d" instead of God is a fairly recent custom in America. Here are its origins.
Where Did The Purim Carnival Come From?
Though Purim is a minor holiday on the Jewish calendar, it is widely observed and a favorite of children.