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Jon Kranz

Articles by Jon Kranz

Orthodox Orientation

A few years ago, a free-thinking fellow coined the term “Social Orthodoxy,” which he used to describe Jews who enjoy the club-like camaraderie that many

Kosher Counting

In Judaism, math matters during Sefirat HaOmer (Counting of the Omer), which begins on the second day of Pesach and continues for seven (7) weeks

Farfel Foolishness

With Passover recently passing by, there is at least one lingering question that continues to puzzle the greatest of minds: why on earth would anyone

Question Quagmire

Pesach is a wonderful time to ask questions. During the Seder everyone is encouraged to be inquisitive, as long as the barrage of queries does

Tantalizing Tea Room

One of the most enjoyable aspects of a proper Pesach program is the reliable and undeniable Tea Room. For anyone who has attended a Pesach

Passover Punchlines

Pesach is fast approaching and perhaps this year, more than ever, we need all of the (appropriate) Pesach jokes we can get. Of course, generally

Manos Mania

On Purim, Jews are required to comply with the Shalach Manos mandate, which entails the sending of food to others. It derives from Megillat Esther,

Masquerading Madness

Why do Jews dress up on Purim? What is the reason for the masquerading madness? Why is it that on Purim, incognito is in vogue?

Kosher Quest

Should you plan a vacation or work trip based on proximity to kosher restaurants? Yes, you should, especially based on quality kosher establishments around the

Schlepping Schlemiels

Not all Jews are schleppers and not all schleppers are Jews, but when it comes to schlepping, nobody does it better than Bnei Yisroel. If

Shaatnez Show

Some things in life should not be mixed, like business and pleasure, drinking and driving and Capulets and Montagues. You also should not mix vinegar

Schmatta Show

Most reasonable people agree that there is nothing fashionable about a schmatta. If someone tells you that you are wearing a schmatta, you probably should