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Ask A Jew: What are some of the Jewish food traditions related to celebration? Part 2

The old joke is that most Jewish holidays can be summarized as, “They tried to kill us. We won. Let’s eat.”

Ask a Jew: What are some of the Jewish food traditions related to celebration? Part 1

Since you ask about celebration foods, I should note that every weekend brings a kind of celebration in Jewish culture.

Ask a Jew: How do Jews make so much money?

In less than two months as the director of Spokane Area Jewish Family Services, I have already met a number of local Jews who are anything but wealthy.

Ask A Jew: What’s it like to be Jewish at Christmastime? Part 2

What it’s like being a Jew at Christmas can vary from place to place.

Ask a Jew: What’s it like to be Jewish at Christmastime? Part 1

If you had asked me this question last year, I might have prefaced my answer by saying: “Well, I’m not your typical Jew, but…” Now I feel the need to footnote that preface.

Ask A Jew: Do modern Jews still follow the practice of circumcision?

Our Jewish writers answer, "Do modern Jewish men still follow the ancient practice of circumcision and why?"

Ask a Jew: Can you tell me more about Jewish holidays?

As a rule, Jewish holidays begin at sunset the night before the first full day of the holiday. Traditionally, Jews aren’t allowed to work on major holidays.

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