http://www.artipot.com/dir/society-and-culture/religion-and-spirituality/judaism/ Latest Judaism articles from Artipot - your one-stop resource for free articles. http://www.artipot.com/articles/447960/kippahs-origins-of-this-jewish-custom.htm 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 Kippah 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. Fri, 25 Sep 2009 00:44:15 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/447960/kippahs-origins-of-this-jewish-custom.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/447520/the-jewish-kippah-clearly-explained.htm 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. Thu, 24 Sep 2009 15:24:53 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/447520/the-jewish-kippah-clearly-explained.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/389559/kosher-wine-and-the-jewish-festivals-holidays.htm Kosher wine and Jewish traditions do not sound too familiar but it has a deep relationship with the Jews. Wed, 15 Jul 2009 00:53:54 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/389559/kosher-wine-and-the-jewish-festivals-holidays.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/388840/hanukkah-the-jewish-holiday-of-spiritual-triumph.htm Hanukkah otherwise known as the festival of lights is the most celebrated Jewish holiday. This holiday is celebrated in the month of December and probably a week before Christmas. Tue, 14 Jul 2009 06:25:59 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/388840/hanukkah-the-jewish-holiday-of-spiritual-triumph.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/372893/kippahs-the-jewish-traditional-head-covering-judaica.htm Jew in a suit will probably be sporting a kippah. Talk of "kippah" or a "yarmulke" and we are talking about the same in Hebrew and in Yiddish. In other words, it is the traditional "skullcap" or the head-gear worn by the Jews. Thu, 18 Jun 2009 02:33:52 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/372893/kippahs-the-jewish-traditional-head-covering-judaica.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/372166/sukkah-the-jewish-home-for-sukkot-judaica.htm When the holiday season or the "Sukkot" arrives, the permanent construction takes a back seat and most people of the Jewish faith are literally required to construct and to move into for stay in a "Sukkah". Wed, 17 Jun 2009 02:51:13 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/372166/sukkah-the-jewish-home-for-sukkot-judaica.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/370853/the-hebrew-kippah-jewish-skullcap-judaica.htm The Kippah represent that G-d is always above and around the individual. A person shouldn't feel that he is alone in this world but that He is always with him. Mon, 15 Jun 2009 07:33:37 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/370853/the-hebrew-kippah-jewish-skullcap-judaica.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/369053/sukkot-and-the-meaning-of-the-etrog.htm The Jewish Sukkot festival commences on the fifth day after "Yom Kippur" and lasts for seven days. The word Sukkot literally means "booths", which is in direct reference to the temporary dwelling construction for a seven day live-in within that holiday period. Thu, 11 Jun 2009 14:40:09 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/369053/sukkot-and-the-meaning-of-the-etrog.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/348434/a-mistaken-prayer.htm Does a prayer a prayer need to be repeated, if the intentions were appropriate. Tue, 12 May 2009 16:01:56 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/348434/a-mistaken-prayer.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/307498/the-obligation-of-prayer.htm There are times one is obligated to avoid prayer. When it comes to helping other, we need to prioritize. Thu, 19 Mar 2009 03:27:05 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/307498/the-obligation-of-prayer.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/277928/jewish-holidays-times-for-celebration-and-observance.htm Many Americans are not very familiar with the most popular Jewish holidays in our country. Here's a quick guide to the best known times of celebration and observance in Jewish life. Wed, 04 Feb 2009 05:03:36 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/277928/jewish-holidays-times-for-celebration-and-observance.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/277918/interfaith-marriages-should-i-convert.htm Do you have a spouse who is Jewish and you are not? When couples choose to enter into an interfaith marriage, they don't always think through the repercussions down the road. Big decisions about the religious nature of a home often are not faced until the first child comes. If you are considering converting, here are some things to think about. Wed, 04 Feb 2009 04:44:10 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/277918/interfaith-marriages-should-i-convert.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/266691/basics-of-the-jewish-faith.htm While nearly one third of the population of the world is considered Jewish or has Jewish ancestry, Judaism is a religion not understood very well by those who don't practice in the modern world. Wed, 14 Jan 2009 05:30:49 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/266691/basics-of-the-jewish-faith.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/260667/the-jewish-family-a-question-of-conversion.htm If you're thinking of converting to Judaism, the process and requirements are quite different depending on which "denomination" you are looking at: Orthodox, Conservative or Reform, or any of the variations therein. Sun, 04 Jan 2009 02:18:13 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/260667/the-jewish-family-a-question-of-conversion.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/259184/importance-of-family-in-judaism-how-far-does-it-go.htm The importance of family in Judaism is well established through the principles they adhere to. The importance of family in Judaism is even further strengthened by the events and feasts that they observe. Wed, 31 Dec 2008 23:44:02 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/259184/importance-of-family-in-judaism-how-far-does-it-go.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/244304/orthodox-jewish-marriage-man-and-woman-make-each-complete.htm Orthodox Jewish marriage is highly bounded by Judaism. Traditionally, Judaism defines an ideal marriage as a union of man and woman--wherein, a woman without a man or a man without a woman makes an individual incomplete. Thu, 04 Dec 2008 19:20:31 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/244304/orthodox-jewish-marriage-man-and-woman-make-each-complete.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/243827/the-menorah-an-enduring-symbol-of-faith.htm Introduction: The Menorah is more than a holiday decoration; it is an ancient symbol of the faith and endurance of the Jewish people. Thu, 04 Dec 2008 02:28:35 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/243827/the-menorah-an-enduring-symbol-of-faith.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/240378/time-to-plan-a-new-york-bar-mitzvah-bat-mitzvah.htm Learn how to make your Bar/Bat Mitzvah memorable and how it can be easy to plan so you do not get overwhelmed. You can get not only get through it, but enjoy the day also! Thu, 27 Nov 2008 01:01:06 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/240378/time-to-plan-a-new-york-bar-mitzvah-bat-mitzvah.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/225927/keeping-your-family-eternal-in-judaism.htm The family unit is a vitally important part of the Jewish faith. Commitment to family is second only to one's commitment to G-d and the laws He has set forth for us all. Differing faiths or beliefs within a family can cause disruption that can hurt the sacred family relationship. Wed, 29 Oct 2008 12:52:33 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/225927/keeping-your-family-eternal-in-judaism.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/225443/what-to-expect-at-a-jewish-wedding-a-quick-guide-for-non-jews-and-new-converts.htm A Jewish marriage is ripe with ancient traditions and sacred ceremonies that can seem quite foreign to non-Jews, those who are new converts, or Jews returning to an orthodox way of life. This quick guide will help you get your feet wet a little and help you be better prepared for what to expect. Tue, 28 Oct 2008 20:35:26 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/225443/what-to-expect-at-a-jewish-wedding-a-quick-guide-for-non-jews-and-new-converts.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/196801/five-essential-elements-of-a-jewish-marriage.htm If you ever been to a traditional Jewish wedding you probably noticed that there are several things that make a Jewish wedding stand out from other types of religious weddings. A Jewish wedding has many rituals and customs that have been passed down through centuries and each ritual serves as a reminder as the past and as a symbol of hope for the future. Fri, 05 Sep 2008 02:52:40 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/196801/five-essential-elements-of-a-jewish-marriage.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/180888/building-united-jewish-homes-through-intermarriage-conversion.htm Build a united front for your children by bringing your religious beliefs into alignment with each other. For more information on successful marriages and conversion helps, read on. Fri, 08 Aug 2008 13:12:40 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/180888/building-united-jewish-homes-through-intermarriage-conversion.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/161706/rabbi-yitzhak-miller-the-cyber-rabbi.htm Connecting. Caring. Understanding. Empathizing. Being a mensch. These are the hallmarks of being both a good Rabbi and an effective Rabbi. When Rabbi Yitzhak Miller set out to use 21st century technology to reach both Jews and people interested in Judaism, the greatest challenge was not the webcams or video. Wed, 02 Jul 2008 06:11:45 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/161706/rabbi-yitzhak-miller-the-cyber-rabbi.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/125407/spinoza-the-man-who-changed-judaism.htm Brief study of the life and philosophy of Spinoza and how he began the turning of Jewish intellectuals from traditional faith to modern secularist thought. Thu, 17 Apr 2008 17:45:56 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/125407/spinoza-the-man-who-changed-judaism.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/121453/sanctity-of-life-and-sanctity-of-the-sabbath.htm The Talmudic source allowing the desecration of the Sabbath to save a life. Wed, 09 Apr 2008 17:01:57 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/121453/sanctity-of-life-and-sanctity-of-the-sabbath.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/77330/are-there-two-j-authors-in-the-deuteronomist-history.htm If the first opinion is correct, and it seems to be so because they are stylistically similar, then it is quite possible that all the other 6 books might have been a part of Deuteronomy. Sat, 08 Dec 2007 19:20:03 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/77330/are-there-two-j-authors-in-the-deuteronomist-history.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/39254/party-planning-for-a-bar-mitzvah.htm How to plan a Bar-Mitzvah that will ensure your guests have fun. Fri, 17 Aug 2007 20:36:34 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/39254/party-planning-for-a-bar-mitzvah.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/37708/hiring-a-bar-mitzvah-dj-why-the-guest-of-honor-lost-his-lunch-while-his-parents-lost-their-minds.htm Ask your prospective Disc Jockey the proper probing questions and you won't feel as if you're caught between the dog and the fire hydrant! You'll enjoy planning your Mitzvah, as you become enlightened and proceed with confidence! Fri, 17 Aug 2007 19:55:31 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/37708/hiring-a-bar-mitzvah-dj-why-the-guest-of-honor-lost-his-lunch-while-his-parents-lost-their-minds.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/37672/hiring-a-bar-mitzvah-dj-there-are-no-do-overs-so-rent-one-whos-worth-more-than-youre-paying.htm Ask your prospective Disc Jockey the proper probing questions and you won't feel as if you're caught between the dog and the fire hydrant! You'll enjoy planning your Mitzvah, as you become enlightened and proceed with confidence! Fri, 17 Aug 2007 19:55:16 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/37672/hiring-a-bar-mitzvah-dj-there-are-no-do-overs-so-rent-one-whos-worth-more-than-youre-paying.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/37664/hiring-a-bar-mitzvah-dj-taking-the-shine-off-of-those-glossy-brochures.htm Ask your prospective Disc Jockey the proper probing questions and you won't feel as if you're caught between the dog and the fire hydrant! You'll enjoy planning your Mitzvah, as you become enlightened and proceed with confidence! Fri, 17 Aug 2007 19:55:11 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/37664/hiring-a-bar-mitzvah-dj-taking-the-shine-off-of-those-glossy-brochures.htm