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Unlocking Memories and (L’Dor V’)Dors

L’Dor V’Dor…what exactly does it mean? I don’t think any of us really realize that live conversations are what this sentiment is all about. I ...

Jewish Children’s Books for Jewish Book Month

Check out this list of Jewish Children's books for Jewish Book Month, including new and old titles, for young and older kids.

Pieces of a History

The puzzle pieces that our ancestors bring to us help shape who we are and what we do, part of L'Dor V'Dor is building our ...

Their Past and My Future

Learning about our families' pasts can help determine what we learn for the future, part of what the L'Dor V'Dor project is about.

What We Have In Common

This L'Dor V'Dor essay compares what values and traditions a grandson and his grandfather share, especially in Jewish life.

Between Two Worlds

Being Sefardi in an Ashkenazi-dominated community can leave someone feeling like stuck between two worlds. This L'dor V'dor essay shows that.

The Importance of Personal Stories

This L'dor V'dor essay explores the importance of holding onto and sharing personal stories, and passing this to future generations.

My Grandmother’s Youth

This L'Dor V'Dor essay recounts the story of a family from Poland and Costa Rica and how that shaped their next generations.

L’Dor V’Dor – Generation to Generation

It’s no accident that the word “Hanukkah” (which means “rededication”) is closely related to the Hebrew word “hinukh” – education.  After all, how can we ...

Hanukkah Against Hunger: A Dedication for Our Hanukkah Lighting

Join Exploring Judaism in providing food for all who are hungry this Hanukkah, dedicate your Hanukkah for Hunger.