Traditions |
| Chanukah |
The complete Chanukah story with links to follow to learn
more. |
| Electric Mercado |
This Spanish American site will give you insight into the
culture. |
| Kwanzaa |
"Kwanzaa (Quansa) is a holiday celebrated by many
African-Americans. It is held December 26th through January 1st. It was started in 1966 by Doctor Maulana Karenga,
Professor at the California State University, Long Beach, California. The seven day celebration encourages people to think about their African roots as
well as their life in present day America. Kwanzaa is based on African festivals. The word
means "the first fruits." "
Lots of links and info. |
| The Computerized
Dreicle Game |
"The four letters which appear on the four corners of
a dreidel alude to the miracle of Hanukkah. Taken one after the other they spell out (from
right to left): Nes (miracle), Gadol (great), Haya (happened)
and Sham (there, meaning in Israel). Fairly innocent so far, you'll agree. Now comes the more racy part, the point where the Maccabees' rededicated Temple
and Caesar's Palace spin together, turning the historic commemoration into an opportunity
to generate some cash.! "
As well as the modern version of an ancient game there are links and
info as well. |
| The Encyclopedia
Mythica |
"This is an encyclopedia on mythology, folklore,
magic, and more. It contains over 4000 definitions of gods and goddesses, supernatural
beings and legendary creatures and monsters from all over the world." You’ve read about it in school here’s a chance for a more in-depth
look. |
| The
Patrin |
Ever wonder about the gypsy culture, here’s a chance
to find out. Lots of links and languages. |
| Torah.com |
"www.torah.com serves the world-wide Jewish Community
with guidance and support for learning and living the Jewish Tradition with a particular
emphasis on being Jewish in a Gentile world."
And for those of us who are not Jewish but are interested in the
cultures around us, it provides a window on the Jewish faith and culture. |
