Bruce, Here are the words that you probably don't undertstand. Kugel is pudding. Tzitzis are fringes which are worn on a four cornered garment by orthodox Jewish males, between their undershirt and outer shirt. They also appear on a praying shawl. Shas refers to a complete set of the Babylonian Talmud, all 24 volumes, each one weighing in excess of 5 pounds. This is found in the libraries of most orthodox Jewish homes. Shabbos is the Sabbath (Saturday). Challahs are special braided loaves of bread that are baked specially for Sabbath & holiday meals. Anything else you don't understand, just ask. SOL ZELLER