Megillat Esther is the literal scroll of parchment that the Hebrew text of the book of Esther is written on, but is most often used ...
Biography
Dani Kogan joins the team at BJ’s Center for Prayer and Spirituality having previously worked in program planning for various Jewish non-profits and as a Hillel and Hebrew school educator. She has received dual graduate degrees in Jewish Education and Hebrew Bible from the Jewish Theological Seminary as well as dual bachelor’s degrees in Psychology and Hebrew Bible from Columbia University and JTS, respectively.
Articles Written by
Dani Kogan
Mitzvah #3: Host a Purim Seudah
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- By Dani Kogan
One of the most important mitzvot of Purim is to host a seudah (a festive meal) on Purim day. Since Purim is known as a ...
Mitzvah #1: Send Mishloah Manot
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- By Dani Kogan
The mitzvah of mishloah manot (literally: sending gift packages) consists of sending gifts of food to friends and neighbors. These gifts strengthen the ties that ...
Mitzvah #2: Give Matanot Le’evyonim
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- By Dani Kogan
Giving matanot le’evyonim (literally, gifts to the poor) is a core mitzvah of Purim. In modern times, this can take the form of direct presents, ...
Find Your Way Home: A Reflective Journal for Elul
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- By Dani Kogan
As we enter this month of reflection and essential spiritual work, we are excited to share Find Your Way Home: A Reflective Journal for Elul, ...