This less than 5 minute long animated video introduces the basic Shabbat rituals performed on Friday night, including the candle lighting ceremony,
This article discusses the strong feminine aspect of the candle lighting ritual, including how various traditions which have been handed down
This blog post by Rabbi Adam Feldman explores the dual language of “shamor” and “zachor” used in the Torah to
This 4 minute long home video presents an original tune for Yedid Nefesh, composed and performed by Rabbi Menachem Creditor,
In this blog post, Ellie Krupnick shares her personal journey of coming to appreciate the refuge from technology and work offered
This enlightening article explores the age old connection between Jewish women and Shabbat candles, explaining references to the Matriarch, Sarah, lighting Shabbat
In this article, Rabbi Dov Gartenberg shares his thoughts and halachic insights about Shabbat observance when living in Alaska, where
Referencing Jewish thinkers Rabbi Abraham Joshua Heschel and Blu Greenberg, this article describes lighting the Shabbat candles as a transformative
This article provides a concise overview of the ritual of lighting Shabbat candles in the home on Friday night, including
This excerpt notes the universally recognized power of fire, as well as its particular significance in Jewish ritual, such as
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