June | 2017 | sfhillel

This colloquially-written, point-form article shares the basics of the ritual hand-washing that takes place prior to eating bread at any meal,

This brief yet thorough article clearly explains the origins and directions for the ritual of washing hands prior to eating bread at

In this article, Lori Palatnik explains the deep symbolism behind the hand-washing ritual and provides a straight forward guide as

In this video, Billy Kaplan offers a unique rendition of the blessing over the Shabbat candles (starting at 1:05), including

This post explains the halachic reasoning behind the popular custom of covering one’s eyes while reciting the blessing after lighting

This lengthy, comprehensive article provides information about “LeeNer,” a product which provides a way to light electric candles for Shabbat in

The following article briefly explains the basic structure of the candle lighting ceremony and some related customs, including the text