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The eighth month of the Jewish year, occurring in October/November. Sometimes called Marcheshvan (bitter Cheshvan) because it is the only month with no holidays. See Months of the Jewish Year.
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The most common designation of the Jewish people used in Jewish literature. It signifies the fact that we are descended from Jacob, who was also known as Israel. See The Jewish People are a Family.
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Lit. Profanation of the Name. Causing G-d or Judaism to come into disrespect, or causing a person to violate a commandment. See The Name of G-d.
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Lit. The eighth (day) of assembly. The day (or two days) after Sukkot.
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Lit. Seven blessings. The seven blessings recited during the nisuin portion of the Jewish wedding ceremony.
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The intermediate days of Pesach (Passover) and Sukkot, when work is permitted. See Pesach (Passover); Sukkot.
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Jewish religious laws for which no reason is given in the Torah. Some believe that they are meant to show our obedience to G-d.
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A rule of kosher food preparation that requires a Jew observe milk from the time it is milked to the time it is bottled.
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Lit. Five. A compilation of the first five books of the Bible and corresponding readings from the prophets, organized in the order of the weekly Torah portions.
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