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Chabad Jewish Center of Ridgefield is a Jewish educational organization serving Northern Fairfield County CT.Our goal is to ensure Jewish continuity through increasing Jewish pride, knowledge and commitment. We serve the Jewish community with unconditional love for every Jew regardless of background or affiliation.At Chabad, Jewish learning and holidays come to life with our classes, events and programs serving children, youth and adults.Whether it be our Hebrew School , Adult Education or Holiday Events, you are sure to find some way that Chabad can serve you and your family.
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Weekly Magazine
12 Facts About the Mysterious Red Heifer
One of the Torah’s most enigmatic commandments that left even King Solomon, the wisest of all humans, utterly perplexed.
By Yehuda Altein
Do Jews Believe in Magic or Witchcraft?
The answer seems simple enough: The Torah itself references witchcraft . . .
By Yehuda Shurpin
Does Forgiving My Father's Enemy Betray His Memory?
You are not betraying your father by ending a grudge he no longer carries; you are honoring his true wishes.
By Levi Avtzon
Judaism and Pet Ownership: 18 FAQs
Explore some of the most frequently asked questions regarding Judaism and pet ownership.
By Menachem Posner
Take the Holy Temple Quiz
What do you know about this holiest spot on earth?
By Menachem Posner
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Shabbat & Holidays
Candle Lighting Times
Ridgefield, CT 06877
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8:13 PM  -  Friday, June 26
Shabbat Ends
9:22 PM  -  Shabbat, June 27
Weekly Torah Portion
Chukat-Balak
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The Three Weeks
Jul. 2 - Jul. 23
Daily Thought
Eating Kosher
Some people think that if they were truly spiritual, they would never eat. In truth, few acts are as divine as eating food. Eating is similar to sifting gold. You grasp the divine spark within a food and reject the dross. And then, in the mitzvahs energized by that food, you carry that divine spark back to its origin within the oneness of its Creator. That is why there are foods that are forbidden and foods that are permissible. The Hebrew word for “forbidden” is assur—meaning tied down. “Permissible” is mutar—untied. Kosher means “fit.” Foods that are assur are not fit for the divine act of eating...
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