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Why MJTI #5
MJTI President Rabbi Rich Nichol shares another strength of MJTI: its incredible community. Read More
Hanukkah Songs in Traditional and Popular Culture
We all know the Christmas hits—but what are the classic Hanukkah songs? Rabbi Hillel has curated a Hanukkah playlist for your listening pleasure. Read More
A Biblical Argument for Hanukkah
Rabbi Michael Hillel analyzed John 10 and explains that while Hanukkah is an extra-biblical holiday, it is still based on Biblical principles. Read More
MJTI Year-End Letter
An important request about the future of our very special school from our President Rabbi Dr. Rich Nichol. Read More
Hanukkah Traditions, Explained
What do jelly doughnuts have to do with the rededication of the Temple? Rabbi Dr. Vered Hillel breaks down Hanukkah traditions for us. Read More
The History of Hanukkah
How did the Festival of Lights come about? MJTI Academic Dean Rabbi Dr. Hillel explains it for us. Read More
Hanukkah Blessings
Watch MJTI's tutorial walking through the process of setting up the Hanukkah Menorah, lighting the candles, and reciting the blessings. Read More
DIY Hanukkah Menorah!
These DIYS make it possible to celebrate Hanukkah if don't have a Menorah of your own, or want to encourage children or friends to participate! Read More
Parasha Vayetze in Three Acts
This week's parasha is Vayetze ("And he left"), neatly divided into three acts. MJTI COO Rabbi Elliot Klayman breaks it down for us. Read More
Pirke Avot: A Gateway to Tradition
Jewish traditional texts can be difficult to understand but contain centuries of communal wisdom. So is there an accessible place to get started? Read More