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Judaism 101
An encyclopedia of information about Judaism, Jewish practices, holidays, people and beliefs. For beginners, intermediate or advanced readers.
www.jewfaq.org/

Judaism 101: Chanukkah
Discusses Chanukkah and its historical background. Includes the rules for playing dreidel and a recipe for latkes (potato pancakes).
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Judaism 101: Sages and Scholars
Information about ten of the most important historical rabbis.
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Judaism 101: Tu B'Shevat
Discusses the holiday of Tu B'Shevat, the Jewish New Year for Trees.
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Judaism 101: Purim
Relates the history of the festival, and offers links to related articles. Includes a recipe for hamentaschen (holiday cookies).
www.jewfaq.org/

Judaism 101
Weekly articles and discussions from a Chabad perspective for the whole family.
www.suite101.com/

Unofficial Legend: Spellcasting 101
Description, box image, walkthrough.
www.waitingforgo.com/

Astronomy and Judaism
Links to articles on the history Jewish astronomy.
wise-obs.tau.ac.il/

National Institute of Judaism and Medicine
Discussion of Jewish medical ethics.
www.nijm.org/

Plants and Judaism
Illustrated description of Seven Kinds of plants with which the Land of Israel has been blessed.
www.tau.ac.il/