Shavuot is May 19 - 20, 2010
ABCs of Shavuot by Rabbi Shraga Simmons

One of the holiest days of the Jewish year is also one of the least known. What is Shavuot really all about?

What is the Oral Torah? by Aish HaTorah’s Discovery Seminar

Everyone has heard of the Talmud, the accompanying oral part of the Torah. But what is not so clear is that the Oral Torah actually preceded the written Bible we have today!

Why Dairy on Shavuot? by Rabbi Shraga Simmons

Six fascinating reasons behind this popular custom.

The Ten Commandments by Rabbi Ari Kahn

The experience of synesthesia, where the Jews at Mount Sinai actually saw sounds.

Dairy Delights: A Simply Delicious Shavuot by Sara Finkel

Celebrate the holiday with this delectable menu.

Recipes

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Shavuot and Healthy Eating

Shavuot and Healthy Eating

by Chana Rubin

How can we balance holiday meals with healthy nutrition?

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Shavuot Themes

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Renewing Our Vows

Renewing Our Vows

by Riva Pomerantz

Shavuot gives us the opportunity to step out of our hectic lives and rekindle the passionate love between us and God.

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Sinai Experience

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The Wedding Season_

The Wedding Season_

by Rabbi Ephraim Nisenbaum

Renewing your nuptial vows this Shavuot.

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Torah & Transmission

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Galactic Torah

Galactic Torah

by Alexander Seinfeld

Talmudic wisdom is no "puff of star dust."

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