Sex on Shabbat: Judaism’s Hot Take
Did you know that having sex on Shabbat is a mitzvah (commandment or a religious obligation)? “Sexual relations are considered a dimension of Sabbath pleasure.” — Mishnah Torah, Shabbat 30:14 Some say sex on Shabbat [...]
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Celebrating Black History Month at the Shabbat Table
The Shabbat table is a beautiful place to celebrate the rich diversity, heritages + histories of the people who make up our community as we come together to share food, ritual and conversation. Shabbat gives [...]
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Affinity Shabbat Gathering Guidebook
So you want to host an Affinity Group Shabbat? Check out our new Affinity Shabbat workbook to support and guide your dinner! Questions about this resource? See below or reach out to Maya Katz-Ali, OneTable’s [...]
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Six Breaths
By Emil Sher We forgot to bring the challah cover Sophie made as a child, the Hebrew letters fringed like a picture book sun. Our daughters make do on this November night in their mid-town [...]
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Building Community in the Desert
From Bamidbar to Burning Man The Jewish people wandered in the desert for 40 years, transforming from a ragtag group of freed slaves into a cohesive nation. So it’s not surprising that a dynamic, creative [...]
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What Dreams Are Made Of
What Dreams Are Made Of - Kislev (Jacob's Story) By: Dr. C Tova Markenson As the nights expand and the days contract in the Northern Hemisphere, the Hebrew month of Kislev is upon us. Kislev [...]
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Mizrahi Heritage Month x Shabbat: giveaways + discounts + resources!
November is Mizrahi Heritage Month, a time dedicated to elevating and celebrating the cultures, heritages, and traditions of Jews from the Middle East and North Africa. No matter your background, whether you want to connect [...]
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Gratitude After the Meal: Mindful Eating Practices
Create a sense of gratitude at your Shabbat dinner table with Birkat Ha’mazon. By: Dr. C Tova Markenson After the Meal Blessings: Mindful Eating Practices If you bring to mind the best meal that you’ve had [...]
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Shabbat Shuvah: The Potential for Transformation
Dr. C. Tova Markenson loves exploring the mystery of the present moment through story, ritual, and Shabbat! Read Tova’s thoughts about Shabbat Shuvah, a special Shabbat between Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur. A refrain of [...]
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Going Full Circle: Challah Rituals
Dr. C. Tova Markenson loves exploring the mystery of the present moment through story, ritual, and Shabbat! Read a reflection about Tova’s experiences with challah on Shabbat with some special twists for the new year [...]
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