The month of Tammuz begins a spiritually intense and emotionally charged time in the Jewish calendar. While the secular world enjoys the warmth of summer, Jewish tradition draws our attention to a different kind of heat—the burning memory of destruction, uprooting, and the long road of return. Tammuz ushers in the "Three Weeks,"

We are once again approaching the Shavuot festival. As every year, anticipation of the "tikkun," the cheesecakes, and festive dishes, is growing. But the highlight of Shavuot is the communal learning throughout the night. In the following words, I would like to explore the nature of this night, its origins, and some thoughts about it.

As we prepare for Passover, it's time to reflect not only on the traditions of the holiday, but also on the deeper meaning of […]

At the beginning of this month we read the Parasha Vayikra, which is mainly about sacrifices. In biblical times and especially at the […]

As we prepare for Purim 2024, we find ourselves experiencing a special and rare occurrence known as Purim Meshulash—a "Triple Purim." […]

Gedanken zu Chanukka 2024 von Landesrabbiner Akiva Weingarten

Parasha Toldot. In the biblical narrative, the desire of many ancestors to have children initially remained unfulfilled, as was the case...

Celebrations such as Passover, Sefira and Lag Ba'Omer strengthen our community and spiritual journey, promoting unity and renewal.

Mit dem Beginn des Monats März befinden wir uns inmitten der jubelnden Feierlichkeiten von Purim, einem altehrwürdigen [...]

As the leaves begin to change colors and the air carries a hint of autumn's arrival, we find ourselves on the edge of one of the most vibran

The "three weeks" offer us an opportunity to remember tragedies and renew our commitment, personal growth and tikun olam.