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The 33rd day of the Counting of the Omer. A minor holiday on which the mourning restrictions of the Omer period are lifted.
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Yiddish: dumplings. Commonly refers to matzah balls. Can also be used as a term of affection for small children. See Jewish Cooking.
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A style of music in Yiddish culture normally characterized by wailing, squealing sounds of clarinets. See Yiddish Music.
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Foods that are prohibited during Pesach (Passover) by the rulings of Ashkenazic rabbis. Sephardic Jews do not follow these restrictions. Includes rice, corn, peanuts, and legumes (beans).
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The white robes in which the dead are buried, worn by some during Yom Kippur services.
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The ninth month of the Jewish year, occurring in November/December. See Months of the Jewish Year.
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The skullcap head covering worn by Jews during services, and by some Jews at all times, more commonly known as a yarmulke.
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Lit. Sanctification. The first part of the two-part process of Jewish marriage, which creates the legal relationship without the mutual obligations.
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Lit. Sanctification of The Name. Any deed that increases the respect accorded to G-d or Judaism, especially martyrdom. See The Name of G-d.
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Lit. Sanctification. A prayer recited over wine sanctifying Shabbat or a holiday. See also Common Prayers and Blessings.
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