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Fascinating Facts

Exploring the Myths and Mysteries of Judaism

Judaism is filled with fascinating stories, surprising traditions and questions you may have always wondered about but never had the opportunity to ask.

Wednesdays · October 2026

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Questions You Never Knew You Had

How Well Do You Really Know Judaism?

Go beyond the familiar and explore some of the unusual, misunderstood and fascinating ideas found throughout Jewish life, history and tradition.

Does Judaism believe in guardian angels?

Why do Jews use matchmakers?

Who wrote the handwriting on the wall?

About Fascinating Facts

Discover surprising stories, misunderstood traditions and fascinating facts behind Jewish life and culture. Fascinating Facts explores the myths and mysteries of Judaism through questions that are thought provoking, unexpected and sometimes just plain fascinating.

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Come with your questions, your curiosity and an open mind as we explore some of Judaism's most fascinating ideas together.