Posts Tagged ‘tzitzis’
The Experience of Visiting Your Local Judaica Store
When you need a mezuza or a challah cover or cotton tzitzis you can’t find it anywhere except a Judaica store. And a good Judaica store is hard to find. Of course, if you want to drive all over town to find kippot, go ahead. But it’s better to find a Judaica store nearby. A [...]
Your Spring Yarmulka
Spring is coming and that means it’s nearly time to choose new kippas. Not that there’s anything wrong with the old one, but a new customized or hand painted kippa is a great way to show that you’re ready for the new season. It can also make you feel rejuvenated, in the same way a [...]
Is Wearing Kippot A Biblical Obligation?
Wearing tzitzis, as you may or may not be aware, is a biblical obligation, which means that it is actually stated in the Torah that we are commanded to wear them. However, many believe that wearing kippot is in the same vein, that it is a biblical obligation to wear one. This is actually an [...]
Chanukah Gifts are Here!
Chanukkah is coming! If you don’t have a Hanukkah menorah of your own, now is the time to get one. You can choose an olive oil menorah, which comes in a traditional candelabra style or with a wall or silver plate. The latter Hanukkah menorahs are safer if you have small children, and they still [...]
Saul Bellow: Great Writer of Jewish Books
Yesterday after reading this article on Saul Bellow, I began to think about how he is probably the best Jewish writer of the 20th century. He is a writer’s writer, but he is also a man who can appeal to the lay, with his deep descriptions of character, rainbow-colored analysis of cities and culture, and [...]
Kippas From All Over
The Yarmulka is worn because the Talmud says to “Cover your head in order that the fear of heaven may be upon you.” Jewish men wear kippas to honor God, and some believe that the practice also originated to distinguish Gentiles from their Jewish counterparts in prayer. In many areas where Judaism is practiced, even [...]
Top 5 Chanukah Gifts From Your Favorite Judaica Store
November already? It feels like Yom Kippur was just a couple of days ago. You need to prepare for Chanukah! Here are some gift ideas from your favorite Judaica store. 1.You can get your kids a bouncing dreidel! Who doesn’t love dreidels, and even better, who doesn’t love dreidels that bounce? It’s the equivalent of [...]
3 Jewish Books You Should Check Out
3E5TA6S7HPX4 One of my favorite things to do when I’m shopping around the Eichler’s Judaica store website, is to check out the great selection of Jewish books. I’m a big reader and I love having a new book around, especially if it’s a Judaica themed book. So being that I’m a bit of a Jewish [...]
Jewish Books Talk: Kosher By Design
Susie Fishbein’s six Kosher By Design cookbooks have really made a splash with Jewish cooks (and those who aspire to be cooks) around the world. The series has sold over 400,000 copies worldwide. Fishbein has even been named one of the 50 most influential Jews by the Forward, and was an unhonored guest at the [...]
Hand Painted Kippas For Kids
My nephew’s birthday was a few weeks ago and I racked my brain trying to think of the perfect gift. I wanted to get him something practical, something he could use daily. But also something fun, that could make him smile. Usually, I just get him a few Jewish books, and maybe some candy. But [...]
