Gender & Sexuality
History of Jewish Lesbianism
A chronological outline of Jewish views of lesbianism from biblical to modern times.
A Detailed Explanation of Niddah, or “Family Purity” Laws
How traditional Jewish women prepare for monthly mikveh use.
What Is A Mamzer?
Jewish children born from forbidden sexual relations pose ethical and communal challenges.
Why Celibacy Is Not a Jewish Value
This practice is rare in Judaism and goes against the commandment to procreate.
Reshaping Jewish Memory
In the Torah, women are absent at the covenantal moment; to make up for this, Jewish history must be reconstructed.
Engendering Judaism
Because the evolution of Judaism is affected by social conditions, it can be actively developed to be gender sensitive.
What Jewish Women’s Lives Were Like in the Muslim World
Part II: More Marriage, Divorce, Work and Education
The Gay Orthodox Underground
Recently, organized efforts have been made to confront the conflicts between homosexuality and traditional Jewish life.
Ordaining Gays and Lesbians: Denominational Approaches
Among each of the movements, admitting gay and lesbian students has been a cause of debate, concern...and learning.