A: Hamantaschen originated in Europe. The term derives from two German words, mohn (poppy seed) and taschen (pockets). The association with Purim was solidified by substituting […]
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Q: What are the special Shabbatot before Pesach and what is their purpose?
A: There are five (5) Shabbatot when we read an additional portion from a second Torah scroll and a special […]
Question: How was the date for Yom HaShoah (Holocaust Remembrance Day) chosen?
A: The date of 27th of Nisan was established as a law in Israel in 1951, signed by David Ben-Gurion. It was a compromise […]