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Can orthodox Jews take medicines derived from pigs? Must medicines be kosher?

Why is Passover eight days in the United States and seven days in Israel?

How long were Jews slaves in Egypt?

Why can't my Jewish husband eat flour during Passover?

Can I use my dishwasher during Passover if I change the racks?

Can Ashkenazi Jews eat tofu and soybean products during Passover?

Why can't Jews eat tortillas during Passover?

Are quail and pheasant kosher?

Can I eat non-kosher meat if the doctor told me to cut back on sodium?

Can I kasher (make kosher) a dishwasher used in a non-kosher home?

Can I kasher (make kosher) crystal glasses and silver flatware?

Can I kasher (make kosher) my mother's old Corning Ware pots?

Can salmon ever NOT be kosher?

Is there a Jewish prayer that should be recited after using the toilet?

Can Conservative Jews participate in sports on Shabbat?

How do Conservative Jews observe the Jewish Sabbath?

What colors were used on the tallit during Roman times?

Does the Conservative Movement require 3 reconciliation attempts for a Get?

Can you provide information about getting married without a rabbi?

Who pays for the wedding in Jewish tradition?

Are Kohanim prohibited from going to a cemetery?

Isn't crucifixion against Jewish Law?

If a baby boy becomes Jewish as his bris, when does a baby girl become Jewish?

What is the Conservative Jewish perspective of certain Biblical commandments?

How can I mourn a Jewish family member with an unknown Hebrew name?

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