Ritual “How To’s”

At CBS, we want everyone to feel comfortable with Jewish rituals. Participation makes the ritual more personally meaningful. We recognize that not everyone may know, or remember, proper etiquette for Jewish rituals, so we are providing some tips and basic etiquette to help you.

Please click the links below to learn more about each topic.

Rituals in the Synagogue

• How to Succeed in Shul (by only trying a little)
• Basic Synagogue Etiquette
• Bimah Etiquette (going up for an honor)
• Prayers for Those in Need of Healing
• Hebrew Names

Rituals in the Home

• Observing a Yahrzeit
• Passover
• Chanukah – Click here to download a booklet with blessings and holiday songs.
  • For all of your holiday shopping needs, be sure to visit the CBS GIft Shoppe. From candles and gift wrap to Judaica from Israel, you’ll be sure to find exactly what you’re looking for.
• How to Affix a Mezuzah (Downloadable PDF)