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The Jewish Holidays Shemini Atzeret and Simchat Torah

The Jewish Holidays Shemini Atzeret and Simchat Torah


clock icon 24 Oct 2016
author icon C Barnett


Jews observe Shemini Atzeret and Simchat Torah this week. Right after the celebration of the Jewish Feast of Tabernacles or Sukkot, two equally, if not more, festive holidays immediately follow. The Shemini...

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Rosh Hashanah: The Sweet and Not-So-Sweet Side of Honey

Rosh Hashanah: The Sweet and Not-So-Sweet Side of Honey


clock icon 22 Sep 2016
author icon Alison Lesley


Honey is significant during Rosh Hashanah, but honeybees are increasingly more threatened by both natural and manmade causes. Rosh Hashanah is a two-day event that is considered the Jewish New Year,...

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