Jewish Body

Jewish Law and Body Piercing: A Conservative Perspective

A Conservative responsum explores the Jewish issues involved.

Tattooing in Jewish Law

A Conservative ruling on body ink.

Jewish Health & Healing Practices

Jews' close connection to healing, both as patients and physicians, is ancient and rooted in both theology and history.

Jewish Clothing

Garments for synagogue and, for some, all-day wear.

The Body: Themes & Theology

Themes and Theology of the Jewish Body. The Jewish Body. Jewish Body Traditions.

Caring for One’s Own Health

Jewish law mandates a healthful lifestyle.

Modesty (Tzniut)

Discretion in appearance and speech is designed to protect our souls from assault by a coarse world.

Cosmetic Surgery: A Jewish View

If it does not serve a legitimate medical purpose, cosmetic surgery is frowned upon by the Jewish legal tradition.

Saving a Life (Pikuach Nefesh)

Most of Jewish law can and should be set aside in order to avoid endangering a person's health or safety.

Adorning the Body

Judaism and Adorning the Body. The Jewish Body. Jewish Body Teaching, Laws, and Traditions.