Barry Strauss on the life of the ancient Jewish historian.

Two thousand years ago, Kabbalah — an ancient form of Jewish mysticism — was studied only by a select group of people. Kabbalah, it was said, was best studied by ...

Every year, Passover begins on the 15th day of Nisan, the first month of the Jewish calendar. The celebrations last for seven or eight days, depending on where the holiday is celebrated.