There are times one is obligated to avoid prayer. When it comes to helping other, we need to prioritize.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Introduction: The Menorah is more than a holiday decoration; it is an ancient symbol of the faith and endurance of the Jewish people.

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!

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.