Haim Ovadia

Rabbi Haim Ovadia is the rabbi of Magen David Sephardic Congregation in DC/MD. Sign up for Rabbi Ovadia’s newsletter here.

Haim OvadiaMay 27, 2018

There are many reasons that parents choose to send their kids to a particular Jewish Day School — and many of them have anything to do with Judaism.

Haim OvadiaMarch 19, 2018

Spring-cleaning is fun for some people, but it should not be confused with Passover cleaning.

Haim OvadiaFebruary 27, 2018

If one cannot rejoice with the Torah and Jewish holidays without alcohol, there is a serious flaw with his understanding or practice of Judaism.

Haim OvadiaJanuary 5, 2018

Is Jewish law at odds with common sense? Here’s a fascinating look at what Jewish texts and modern experts have to say about fire safety on Shabbat:

Haim OvadiaDecember 11, 2017

Can electric candles be used for Hanukkah? Should I put a huge menorah on my car? Rabbi Ovadia answers all of your Hanukkah holiday questions:

Haim OvadiaSeptember 26, 2017

Traditional kapparot is a barbaric practice. Here, an Orthodox rabbi shares the history of opposition to the practice and ethical alternatives.

Haim OvadiaSeptember 26, 2017

Though fasting on Yom Kippur is difficult, understanding the rules of the holiday doesn’t have to be.

Haim OvadiaMay 25, 2017

Confused by the laws and customs of Shavuot? We’ve got you covered: