Shabbat, kosher, mezuzah, tefillin, mikvah . . . The essence of Judaism is in its rituals and observances. A selection of websites offering information and guidance on some of the most basic mitzvot.

Mitzvahs & Traditions

Jewish traditions and mitzvah observances

Kosher Eating Jewishly		Shabbat: An Island in Time Tranquility. Awareness. Jewish identity. Family . . .
Tefillin Binding mind, heart and deed		Mezuzah The Jewish security system
Jewish Prayer - Prayer in Judaism Tefillah: Reconnecting. Refocusing. Rejuvenating.		Blessings for Food & Other Occasions
Charity: Tzedakah How to give, how much to give, and the uniquely Jewish perspective on charity		Mikvah The key to the sanctity of marriage and family purity
Tallit and Tzitzit The Forget-Me-Not Knots		The Synagogue An interactive tour
Honor Due to Parents “Kibbud Av Va-em” By Jacob Immanuel Schochet		Kaddish Guide Learn it. Say it. Understand it.
Sanctification of the Moon Kiddush Levanah, the blessing on the moon By Dovid Zaklikowski 11 Comments		Miscellaneous Laws and Customs
What to Expect at . . . What you need to know when attending Jewish events		The 613 Commandments By Mendy Hecht 32 Comments

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