Jewish Holidays Archives

What You Need for Hanukkah This Year

By Sophie Mortman

Self-gifting is the same as self-love, right? Whether you need a new menorah, you covet a new craft in your...

Hanukkah, Hanukkah & Christmas, Hanukkah Rituals, Jewish Holidays

14 Rosh Hashanah Gifts to Celebrate the New Year

By Lindsey Silken

I hope you’re as excited for Rosh Hashanah this year as I am. These are some of my favorite items to...

Culture, High Holy Days, High Holy Days Rituals, Jewish Holidays, Rosh Hashanah

Sukkah Recipes: 7 Dishes To Eat (or Drink) During Sukkot

By Sophie Mortman

Fall flavors, starry skies and the smell of citrus—Sukkot is a sensory experience as much as it is a religious...

Jewish Holidays, Sukkot

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By 18Doors

We all want the Jewish holidays to be joyous and meaningful–not stressful. But let’s be honest: Challenges...

Hanukkah, Hanukkah & Christmas, High Holy Days, Holiday How To, Jewish Holidays, Passover, Purim, Rosh Hashanah, Sukkot, Tu Bishvat, Yom Kippur

What is Sukkot? Learn about this important Jewish holiday.

By 18Doors

What is Sukkot? Sukkot is all about not taking things for granted, and it’s a time to give thanks—particularly...

Jewish Holidays, Sukkot

When is Tisha B’av 2023? Here’s everything you need to know.

By 18Doors

What is Tisha B’av? The ninth of Av, or Tisha B’av, is a major day of mourning in Judaism that...

Jewish Holidays, Other Holidays

When is Tu B’av 2023? Here’s everything you need to know.

By 18Doors

Tu B’av, a lesser known Jewish holiday, is all about love. And here at 18Doors, we love talking about...

Jewish Holidays, Other Holidays, Tu B'Av

When is Sukkot 2023? Here’s everything you need to know.

By 18Doors

Sukkot is a seven-day holiday that asks us to think about the idea of “home” and what it means...

Jewish Holidays, Other Holidays, Sukkot

What Is Shavuot? Learn More About This Holiday.

By 18Doors

Though Shavuot might not be one of the most well-known Jewish holidays, it’s one that’s a lot of fun and worth...

Jewish Holidays, Shavuot

When is Purim 2023? Here’s What You Need to Know.

By 18Doors

Purim is a lively Jewish holiday that is full of costumes, pageants and traditional cookies called “hamantaschen.”...

Jewish Holidays, Purim

What You Need for Hanukkah This Year

By Sophie Mortman

Self-gifting is the same as self-love, right? Whether you need a new menorah, you covet a new craft in your...

Hanukkah, Hanukkah & Christmas, Hanukkah Rituals, Jewish Holidays

Fasting on Yom Kippur: All You Need To Know

By 18Doors

Return to the Guide to the High Holy Days Guide to the High Holy Days: Symbols and Rituals Fasting on Yom Kippur One...

High Holy Days, High Holy Days Rituals, Jewish Holidays, Yom Kippur

What Is Yom Kippur? Meaning, Significance & Traditions

By 18Doors

Yom Kippur is the “Day of Atonement” and the holiest day of the Jewish Year. Healthy adults are commanded to...

High Holy Days, High Holy Days Rituals, Jewish Holidays, Yom Kippur

What is the Meaning of Rosh Hashanah (a Cheat Sheet)

By 18Doors

Rosh Hashanah (literally “Head of the Year” in Hebrew) is the Jewish New Year. Rosh Hashanah is the first of...

High Holy Days, High Holy Days Rituals, Jewish Holidays, Jewish Holidays Toolbox, Rosh Hashanah

When Is Yom Kippur 2023: Start and End Dates

By 18Doors

Traditionally, Yom Kippur is known as the Day of Atonement. It’s a Jewish holiday for personal reflection,...

High Holy Days, High Holy Days Rituals, Jewish Holidays, Yom Kippur

Passover: The Basics

By 18Doors

What are the basics of Passover? This print-ready resource covers all the general information about this important...

Booklets, Jewish Holidays, Passover, Passover How-To, Passover Rituals

What is Purim? Here’s Everything About the Holiday

By 18Doors

Purim: A Lively Jewish Holiday What is Purim all about? Purim is an occasion to turn things upside down...

Booklets, Jewish Holidays, Purim

How To Do Tu Bishvat

By 18Doors

Tu Bishvat: The New Year of the Trees Called the “Birthday,” “New Year of the Trees” and “Jewish Earth Day,”...

Booklets, Holiday How To, Jewish Holidays, Other Holidays, Tu Bishvat

Unlocking Tu Bishvat: A Cheat Sheet

By 18Doors

Tu Bishvat is a winter holiday (find upcoming dates in our Jewish holidays cheat sheet) that celebrates the...

Holiday How To, Jewish Holidays, Tu Bishvat

18Doors’ Guide to Hanukkah

By 18Doors

This guide to Hanukkah will teach you about the holiday and its traditions. You will learn how to approach...

Hanukkah, Hanukkah & Christmas, Hanukkah Rituals, Holiday How To, Jewish Holidays, Parenting Hanukkah

Unlocking Hanukkah: A Cheat Sheet

By 18Doors

If you’re looking for easy to access information and quick facts about Hanukkah, this cheat sheet is...

Hanukkah, Hanukkah Rituals, Jewish Holidays

Three Vegetarian-Friendly Hanukkah Menus for Couples, Kids and Gatherings

By Sophie Mortman

One of the best parts about Hanukkah is eating. This holiday is known for its fried foods, from latkes (potato...

Hanukkah, Jewish Holidays, Multicultural Food

Get Festive With These Thanksgivukkah Recipes

By 18Doors

Some calendar years we’ll find that Hanukkah overlaps with Thanksgiving. If you’re looking for...

Culture, Hanukkah, Hanukkah Rituals, Jewish Holidays, Multicultural Food

Inclusive & Interfaith Holiday Cards

By 18Doors

Have you ever gotten a Hanukkah card that really doesn’t feel inclusive of all the members of your family?...

Hanukkah, Jewish Holidays

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