Rabbi Avigayil Halpern
Rabbi Avigayil Halpern (she/her) is a writer and educator whose work focuses on feminist and queer Torah. Currently based in Washington, DC, you can find Rabbi Avigayil online at ravigayil.com, @_ravigayil on Instagram, and avigayil.substack.com.
Articles by Rabbi Avigayil Halpern
Straight Talk
Sometimes the truth hurts.
Ask the Expert: Can I Sit Shiva For Anyone?
Can I sit shiva for someone I'm not obligated to mourn for?
How to Make Shabbat Meaningful at Home
There are many ways to make Shabbat feel meaningful outside of attending synagogue and sharing meals with friends.
Women, Tefillin, and Double Standards
I am a person who puts on, or “lays,” tefillin (phylacteries). I happen to be female. While my gender, to ...