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  • Purchase Necessities And Gifts From An Online Judaica Store
    By: Mark Etinger | - Judaica stores have an expansive selection of Jewish ritual items, including Jewish books and garments, household items, music, and more. These items can be used during the holidays, as well as everyday for the more observant. Online stores just make the process even easier.

    You can buy religious garments and books at wonderful prices online. Jewish books come individually and in beautiful collections. Many vintage styles can be found online that you wouldn't normally see in a loca ...

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  • Find Kippas And Other Items Online
    By: Mark Etinger | - It's always better to be prepared than not. Religious observance is a serious commitment and you need to have exactly the right garments and items in order to pay proper respect. Whether you're looking for everyday ritual items or you're looking for Wedding items, or even just looking for things to keep in the house, you can definitely find better prices and quality items online.

    Prayer time is something very sacred to each and everyone of us. It is unfortunate, though, that becau ...

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  • Jewish Books, Mezuzas, And More Great Gift Ideas
    By: Mark Etinger | - Shopping for friends and families members can be tough sometimes. We all adore our friends who will love any DVD or collective item we wrap up. Some are even ecstatic when we just slip some cash or a gift card in an envelope. They don't find it insulting or an easy way out at all. But not everyone is so easy to please and sometimes you just simply run out of ideas. After being a shopper for a few decades, you start to scratch your head and wonder what you can possibly buy this person that he doe ...
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  • What You Need For Shavuot From Your Judaica Store
    By: Mark Etinger | - Shavuot is on the sixth day of Sivan and usually falls in late May or early June. It celebrates God giving the Torah to the Israelites at Mt. Sinai. Shavuot is also one of the three Biblical pilgrimage festivals. It is also the fiftieth day since the Passover seder and concludes the Counting of the Omer, which was traditionally when an offering of wheat was brought to the Temple.

    The counting of the days represents the waiting of the Jewish people for the Giving of the Torah. On th ...

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  • Stylish Kippas For 2011
    By: Mark Etinger | - Long gone are the days when a Jewish man's only choice for a kippot was black or...black. It's 2011 and there is nothing wrong with being somewhat stylish about what adorns your head. You can showcase your style and personality without forgoing important traditions or requirements.

    A kippot, also known as a yarmulka, is a round cap worn by Orthodox Jewish men who are required to keep their heads covered at all times. The head covering is "worn as a sign of respect to remind one alw ...

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  • The Items On The Seder Plate
    By: Mark Etinger | - One of the great things about the Jewish holiday of Passover (or Pesach, in Hebrew) is the many images, items, and symbols associated with it. There is, of course, the matzah, the unleavened bread made of white flour and water. There is also the image of the Red Sea being split, as the Jewish people walk through to safety and freedom. And of course, there are the ten plagues (Blood, frogs, gnats, wild beasts, pestilence, boils, hail, locusts, darkness, and death of the first born), which have be ...
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  • The Top 10 Jewish Authors From The 20th Century - And Their Jewish Books
    By: Mark Etinger | - Jews are imaginative people, and our creativity is not lost on gentiles. This article will list the 10 best Jewish authors, in no particular order, as well as their best Jewish books. Although some books may not represent Jewish culture overtly, it is impossible to ignore the impact of these Jewish books on the literary tradition.

    1. Saul Bellow: This Jew wrote about American life in a way few others have. His most famous Jewish books include, Herzog, Henderson the Rain King, The A ...

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  • Jewish Books To Last A Lifetime
    By: Mark Etinger | - Many Jewish authors rank among some of the most famous authors of the past century. Whether or not they chose to draw from personal and cultural experiences, these authors have penned some of the greatest and most inspirational novels and stories. These authors did not limit themselves to only a Jewish audience, writing only Jewish books. Their writing is loved by all and continues to fascinate new readers.

    J.D. Salinger may not be known for writing Jewish literature, but his book T ...

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  • How To Celebrate Chanukah: From Jewish Books To Menorahs
    By: Mark Etinger | - Chanukah is one of the oldest celebrated holidays in the world. Chanukah is a fun holiday for all ages and is a great way to learn about your Jewish roots. Read on to get a better understanding of this wintry Jewish holiday.

    1. History: Many Jewish books chronicle the history of Chanukah. It all began in the 2nd century BC when Jews were prohibited from studying their sacred texts. Their temple had been defiled. Finally, a small group of Israelites called the Maccabees reclaimed the ...

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  • All About The Chupah And Chupah Talit
    By: Mark Etinger | - Jewish weddings are so special primarily because of the meaningful customs and traditions that go along with the ceremony. There is so much meaning, beauty, and heritage, that one can't help but be moved during the procession. One of the distinctly unique customs is the chupah and chupah talit. In Jewish weddings, it is customary for the bride and groom to stand under the chupah. The chupah is known as the bridal canopy in secular culture, and it is an integral part of the Jewish wedding ceremon ...
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  • Look For These Jewish Books In Judaica Stores And Beyond
    By: Mark Etinger | - Jewish humor is a special kind of humor. It dates back even to the Torah, which puts an emphasis on the ability for laughter to lift the spirits of people suffering the worst tribulations. Often anecdotal, Jewish humor spans from the self-deprecating to the deprecation of everyone else. Schlep a few laughs into your life with some humorous Jewish books. Brought to you by some of the funniest, prolific Jewish writers since Moses, here are 9 funny Jewish books:

    1. A Clever Title Goes ...

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  • Jewish Books And Other Ways To Learn Hebrew
    By: Mark Etinger | - Learning a new language is no easy task. Once in a blue moon, you'll meet someone who seems to be able to pick up a new language like it's as simple as trying learning a new recipe. Whether you're a language learning genius or struggle a little more than others, you can easily learn Hebrew with these few tips:

    1. Set a specific goal for yourself. The more defined your goal is, the easier it will be to meet it. Concentrate solely on achieving that goal so you know what you really nee ...

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  • The Proper Way Of Wearing A Kippah
    By: Chuck Smith | - To start of, let's have a brief rundown on kippahs. A kippah, or yarmulke, is a round skullcap worn by Jewish men and boys. Some administrative individuals mentioned that even though wearing a kippah is not mandated by the Torah, it likely infers from the vesture of the High Priest several years ago when the Temple in Jerusalem was established. The High Priest attire comes with a head-covering. According to Rabbi Shraga Simmons, wearing a kippah is a "means to draw out one's inner sense of respe ...
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  • Are Kippot Always Required?
    By: Mark Etinger | - The Yarmulka: It is arguably the most identifiable Judaic Symbol (arguably second to the Magen David). It is worn presumably by Orthodox Jewish men their entire lives, and Conservative and Reform Jews will don them when practicing at a synagogue. The Talmud contains the origin of the Yarmulka, as the book of Jewish laws and ethics states "cover your head in order that the fear if heaven may be upon you."

    Rabbi Hunah ben Joshua has been quoted as saying, "the Divine Presence is alwa ...

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  • What You Need For A Jewish Wedding: Wedding Kipas And More
    By: Mark Etinger | - Marriage is a wonderful ceremony commemorating the union of two individuals. There are many ways you can celebrate, from the lavish to the austere, but there are a few things no Jewish wedding should be without.

    1. Gold wedding rings: Rings have long been a symbol of fidelity and love. There are often Hebrew Scipture inscriptions on the inside of the rings. Gold represents completeness without any flaw. The ring does not represent the amount of money a couple has, but instead symbol ...

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  • How To Make Your Home Kosher
    By: Mark Etinger | - Being Jewish in todays age isnt always easy. But despite Facebook, Twitter and tons of text messages, many Jews are retaining the practices of their ancestors. The porous nature of many surfaces can absorb the flavors of other, non-kosher foods. The way that these foods were absorbed is also the way that they must be removed. For example, a pot must be kashered with boiling water, and a stove by using external heat sources to make it glow. Keeping kosher is not only a mitzvah, but it will lead ...
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  • How To Properly Tie Tzitzis
    By: Mark Etinger | - The custom of wearing Tzitzis originated from the commandment from Numbers 15:37-41: The Lord said to Moses as follows: Speak to the Israelite people and instruct them to make for themselves fringes on the corners of their garments throughout the ages; let them attach a cord of blue to the fringe at each corner. That shall be your fringe; look at it and recall all the commandments of the Lord and observe them, so that you do not follow your heart and eyes in your lustful urge. Thus you shall be ...
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  • How To Have A Great Passover Seder
    By: Mark Etinger | - Okay, if this is your first Passover Seder, you might be a little stressed. No need though, because this article has all of the things you need to impress your friends and family and make it seem like your house is the one where all the cool kids have Passover.

    1. When lighting the candles at the start of seder or earlier, anytime before sunset, recite two blessings over them.

    2. Next, bless all of the wine that will be drunk during the dinner, and after pouring a cup f ...

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  • Significance Of The Yarmulka And Other Jewish Practices
    By: Mark Etinger | - As with any other religion, there are signs, symbols, practices and customs that are an integral part of Jewish life. One of the obvious identifiers of a religious Jewish man is the kippah. Kippas are the circular skullcaps that Jewish men wear at all times. When visiting a significant religious area like a synagogue, even non-practicing or non-religious men are encouraged to wear kippas.

    Kippah is the Hebrew word for these head coverings (plural is kippot or kippas). Yarmulka (plur ...

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  • Kippas, Kippot, Yarmulkas, And Why Do Grown Jewish Men Walk Around With A Tiny Hat?
    By: Mark Etinger | - "Hey you, yes you, I'm talking to you... What's that thing on your head? That small hat? You know it ain't gonna do much to protect you from that New York weather don't you? Come again? A what? A kippah? Come again? No, have no idea what a Yarmulke is..."

    Well, you shouldn't alone. Many people find themselves staring at a small, colorful, yet funny head cap, that is traditionally worn by religious, Jewish men. Let's dedicate a few moments of our lives and figure out why, oh why, peo ...

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  • Kippahs: Origins Of This Jewish Custom
    By: Adam Florence | - The Jewish Kippah is often thought of as being a requirement in the Jewish community. This however is very much so not the case. The Yarmulka (another word for it) is often worn as a sense of pride of being Jewish, it says the statement that I am a proud Jewish male and I attempt to live every day for God.

    The Jewish Kippah in reference to biblical times was used as part of the priestly vestments. And in second Samuel 15:30 the covering of one's head and face is regarded as a sign ...

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  • The Jewish Kippah Clearly Explained
    By: Adam Florence | - A Jewish kippah is the skull cap worn by most Jewish people. As the small type hat that goes right on the top of the head and serves as a reminder that God is the authority above us.

    Pretty basically it is easy to be on your best behavior and live for God when at a synagogue or near a pastor, however on day-to-day life lots of people forget how to live for God, this is where the Jewish Kippah comes into play.

    Wearing a Kippah is like making the statement that you a ...

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  • Kippahs: The Jewish Traditional Head Covering (judaica)
    By: Adam Florence | - As with many cultures traditional Jewish people have their own mode of dress. In different parts of the world different clothing is suitable for different groups. The head coverings are one of those types of clothing.

    Talk of anything Judaica or Jewish and two extreme pictures come to mind. The Nazi extermination camps during WW-II where wearing a star and a number by the Jews from across Europe marked them for impending torture and death.

    Talk of Jews today and ...

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  • The Hebrew Kippah: Jewish Skullcap (judaica)
    By: Adam Florence | - The Judaica or Jewish kippah or skullcap marks out a person following the Hebrew faith. It is so traditional and so common, that a firm believer, and we are not talking of a Rabbi or priest, but even a citizen sporting a tea-shirt and jeans, can be seen sporting a Judaica / Jewish skullcap or kippah.

    However, there is not extreme insistence on the wear, though certain places and occasions demand not being seen without a skullcap or kippah. Today, most would wear one compulsorily ...

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