Jewish Treats

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A rabbi offered NFL star Justin Jefferson a chance to give tzedakah before his game Monday night.

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TRENDING: Minnesota #Vikings superstar wide receiver Justin Jefferson went viral after a video captured him giving tzedakah on the sidelines before a game.

Tzedakah is Hebrew for charitable giving or righteousness.

Jefferson is constantly giving charity.

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Jewish Americans have proudly served in the U.S. military since the Revolutionary War, demonstrating extraordinary courage, sacrifice and patriotism.

This Veterans Day, we celebrate 130 years of the Jewish War Veterans of the U.S.A. (@JewishWarVets), an organization founded to challenge antisemitism and honor Jewish military service.

Meet three remarkable Jewish veterans: a Major General, a beloved “Flying Rabbi” and a pioneering military nurse whose stories reflect generations of Jewish pride and dedication to country.

Read today's Jewish Treat.
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On April 29, 1945, American soldier Daniel Gillespie helped liberate Joshua Kaufman from the horrors of Dachau concentration camp. Seventy years later, the two reunited in an emotional moment of gratitude that neither would forget.

We honor the American heroes who helped liberate Holocaust survivors and gave them the chance to rebuild their lives.

Watch their extraordinary reunion. https://t.co/bYi1t6o1K7

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On Veterans Day, we honor the brave men and women who have served our country. But are we doing enough to honor them beyond this one day?

In this moving Veterans Day message, NJOP's Rabbi Ephraim Z. Buchwald reflects on America's responsibility to care for those who have served, drawing a comparison with the way Israel honors and supports its soldiers and veterans.

May the memories of those who gave their lives in service to our country forever be a blessing.
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Today is Veterans Day when we honor those who have served our country.

We should all remember to show hakarat hatov (Hebrew for gratitude) to those who were willing to sacrifice life and limb to protect American freedoms and our way of life.

If you are a veteran, thank you for serving!

(This photo shows Rabbi Chaplain Chana Timoner z"l and a group soldiers in front of a sukkah at Fort Benning, Georgia taking part in one of NJOP's Hebrew reading classes.)

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Bentzy is a convert who is now Hassidic.

He drives a bus.

And he started sharing his perspective with characteristic joy and sweetness.

Worth a follow! Spread positivity!

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Soccer is about more than winning games. In Israel, it's helping wounded veterans rebuild their lives.

Six of Israel's leading soccer clubs have joined forces to launch “Kicking Forward,” a new initiative bringing approximately 250 wounded soldiers and security personnel onto the field. Through weekly training, teamwork and friendship, the program offers veterans, including those coping with PTSD, a path toward healing, confidence and a renewed sense of belonging.

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On November 9–10, 1938, synagogues burned, Jewish businesses were destroyed and thousands of Jews were arrested as Nazi-orchestrated violence swept across Germany and Austria.

Known as Kristallnacht, the “Night of Broken Glass,” these horrific attacks marked a terrifying turning point in the persecution of Europe's Jews.

Today, we remember the lives and communities devastated by hatred and the dangers of a world that failed to act.

Read more about this terrible event in Jewish history in today's Treat.
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Rosh Chodesh Kislev Sameach!

A new month is here, and the glow of Chanukah is already on the horizon.

Kislev is a month filled with light, hope, miracles and the joy of Jewish tradition. As we look forward to gathering with family and friends, lighting the menorah and celebrating the enduring spirit of the Jewish people, may the weeks ahead bring warmth, happiness and countless reasons to shine.

Wishing everyone a wonderful start to this special month!

What are you most looking forward to this Kislev?

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@FrumTikTok Mazel tov to the bride and groom!

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Tonight, synagogues around the world will leave their lights on in a powerful act of remembrance and Jewish resilience.

More than 1,000 synagogues and Jewish institutions are expected to participate in #SpreadtheLight, marking 88 years since Kristallnacht.

Where synagogues once burned, their lights now shine as symbols of Jewish survival, unity and pride. A powerful reminder that Jewish life continues to shine, even in the face of darkness.

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For centuries, Ethiopian Jews climbed mountaintops to pray, renew their commitment to the Torah and dream of returning to Jerusalem.

Today, many have made that journey home, celebrating Sigd in the very city their ancestors longed to see.

Discover this beautiful holiday of faith, perseverance and Jewish unity in today's Jewish Treat.

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Yesterday, on the eve of Kristallnacht's 88th anniversary, protesters planned a bicycle “boycott ride” targeting several Jewish-owned businesses in Philadelphia. But hundreds of counterprotesters showed up in solidarity with the Jewish community, filling the streets and lining up to support and protect the businesses.

A powerful reminder that when hatred appears, communities have the power to come together and stand against it.

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6,500 people. More than 100 countries. One shared mission: strengthening Jewish life around the world!

The 43rd International Conference of Chabad-Lubavitch Emissaries concluded Sunday with a packed banquet celebrating Jewish pride, education and outreach. Highlights included new initiatives to make Jewish education more accessible and plans to expand Chabad's global presence to Slovenia and Albania.

Via @Chabad.

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What do Shabbat candles, challah dough and a mysterious Divine cloud have in common?

As we learn in this week's Torah portion, Chayei Sarah, all three were miraculous blessings associated with our Jewish matriarch Sarah. When Isaac's wife Rebecca entered Sarah's tent, these blessings, which had ceased when Sarah died, returned, carrying her legacy into the next generation.

Discover their meaning in today's Jewish Treat.
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As we raise a glass to welcome Shabbat, may we also take a moment to appreciate the blessings of the week behind us and the gift of rest ahead.

Here's to a Shabbat filled with good company, meaningful moments, laughter around the table and a little extra peace in our lives.

Shabbat Shalom!

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A record 11 Orthodox Jewish legislators will serve in New York's state legislature following Tuesday's election, expanding its “Shomer Shabbos Caucus.”

Beyond politics, this milestone highlights the growing visibility of Jewish identity and Shabbat observance in public life, showing how a commitment to Jewish traditions can go hand in hand with public service.

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Get ready for some serious Jewish kvelling!

“Nobody Wants This” star Jackie Tohn got an emotional surprise on The Jennifer Hudson Show when her Jewish parents joined her onstage to share their pride in their daughter.

What began as a conversation about her family's cancer journey and the importance of genetic testing turned into a heartwarming celebration of family, love and gratitude.

Watch this beautiful moment!

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