The articles in this department focus on aspects of Jewish study. Many of these articles are transcripts of talks given at services.

Holidays and miscellaneous articles.

Lashon Harah: The Power of Words

The common thread of all [malicious speech] is its capacity to create division and separation.

Pesach: Where's the Story?

The Haggadah tells the story of our going out of Egypt...doesn't it?

Pesach: Remember the Ladies

Moses, Moses, Moses! Where are the women in the Pesach story?

Shavuot: The Book of Ruth

The Book of Ruth is read on Shavuot. This is an abridged version in play form.

Tu b'Shevat

You mean there's more than one seder?

Emor: The Responsibility of Choice

The Reform movement expects its adherents to make responsible decisions based upon knowledge and understanding of Jewish ideology and an appreciation of its history.

Vayechi: Family and Tradition

Joseph represents the 'Jew-to-be.' One who remains a son of his father and of his people, who desires to return to his origins, and who, even in death, will not be separated from the fate of his descendants.

Melachot: The 39 Classes of Labor

How do you know what "work" is on Shabbat.

How to Put Up a Mezuzah

The mezuzah is the symbol of a Jewish home.