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Jewish Treats Jewish Treats shares interesting and enjoyable observations about Judaism, or as we call them: Juicy Bits of Judaism. Jewish Treats is a project of NJOP.

Founded in 1987, NJOP hopes to provide positive, joyous Jewish experiences to all Jews.

06/23/2026

Tip: Think about ways in which you can volunteer and give back to your community.

In 2002, the United Nations declared June 23rd as “Public Service Day."In honor of this designation, today’s Jewish Trea...
06/23/2026

In 2002, the United Nations declared June 23rd as “Public Service Day."

In honor of this designation, today’s Jewish Treat introduces, Sherut Le’umi, the National Public Service system of the State of Israel.

As proclaimed by the United Nations, June 23rd is “Public Service Day.” In honor of this designation, today’s Jewish Treat introduces, Sherut Le’umi, the National Public Service system of the State of Israel. Since the state’s founding in 1948, Israel has had a national military draft for ...

Mental health services expands in Israel after Oct 7th.
06/23/2026

Mental health services expands in Israel after Oct 7th.

Part of the cover from the report “Silenced No More: Sexual Terror Unveiled: The Untold Atrocities of October 7 and …

Yaacov Agam, the Israeli kinetic art pioneer and recipient of the Israel Prize, whose motion-based sculptures and painti...
06/23/2026

Yaacov Agam, the Israeli kinetic art pioneer and recipient of the Israel Prize, whose motion-based sculptures and paintings are acclaimed throughout the world, passed away Sunday at age 98.

May his memory be a blessing.

Sculptor celebrated for his vibrant geometric shapes and interactive works created the iconic Fire and Water Fountain in Tel Aviv's Dizengoff Square, among numerous other pieces

Mazel Tov to Hélio Varela who plays for Maccabi Tel Aviv!
06/23/2026

Mazel Tov to Hélio Varela who plays for Maccabi Tel Aviv!

Cape Verde winger nets in 61st minute moments after subbing on, earning a 2-2 draw in a group match against Uruguay and praise from Israel.

06/22/2026

TIP: For the Mitzvah
Embrace the experience of doing mitzvot for the joy of doing them and for knowing that this is the heart of Jewish life.

Read what Rabbi Yochanan ben Zakkai has to say about Mitzvot (the commandments) in todays Treat!
06/22/2026

Read what Rabbi Yochanan ben Zakkai has to say about Mitzvot (the commandments) in todays Treat!

Recorded in the Midrash Rabbah is a tale, that Rabbi Yochanan ben Zakkai was once confronted by a man who challenged him about the purifying ritual of the Red Heifer, (click here for details) as described in the first of this coming week's Torah portions, Chukat. The man boldly declared,…

Do you know the root of your name?
06/22/2026

Do you know the root of your name?

Gilson Benchimol’s surname indicates heritage from the 19th century Jewish diaspora

Ben and Jerry's Israel has a new flavor!
06/22/2026

Ben and Jerry's Israel has a new flavor!

"Milk and Honey" is made with dairy from a kibbutz that was attacked on Oct. 7.

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