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Kaddish - A prayer recited by mourners after the death of a loved one.

Ketubah - Jewish marriage contract.

Kiddush - Traditional prayer made over a cup of wine (Kiddush Cup) or bread. Kiddush is the Hebrew term for sanctification. Said at the onset of Shabbat and/or holidays.

Kippah - (see Yalmulke)

Kosher - Used to describe foods, such as meat, or other animal products for example parchment (what the torah and mezuzah are written on) that are fit or suitable.

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Life Cycle Events (see Life Cycle Events section)

Lulav - Long palm-like branches used with etrog during Sukkot celebrations.

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