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Sex & Sexuality Quiz

How much do you know about Jewish perspectives on sex?

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Judaism does not see sex as dirty or grossly physical, neither does it encourage sex outside committed relationships.

Question 1 of 10
What is the first reference to sex in the Torah?
Question 2 of 10
True or false: Married couples are especially encouraged to have sex on the night the woman returns from the mikveh, and on Friday nights.
Question 3 of 10
Which personality in the Christian Bible is famous for using religious terms to espouse a negative attitude toward sex?
Question 4 of 10
Where, according to Dr. Ruth, does her message of sexual liberation have its origins?
Question 5 of 10
Which of the following is a recipe in the Talmud for female oral contraception?
Question 6 of 10
In the Torah, what does the word yada or "to know," also designate?
Question 7 of 10
True or false: The Bible explicitly prohibits lesbianism.
Question 8 of 10
Which of the following statements is true, according to the Talmud?
Question 9 of 10
True or false: The Torah only permits sex for the purpose of procreation.
Question 10 of 10
Does the Bible explicitly forbid homosexuality?
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