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Jewish Adoption in America
Ancient laws and modernity are brought together with the embrace of adoption in the Jewish community.
Feminist Perspectives on Niddah, the Laws of Separation
Acceptance versus rejection of the laws governing monthly mikveh visits.
Must One Honor an Abusive Parent?
While honoring parents is a core Jewish value, so is protecting one's health and well-being.
The Circumcision Debate
While Jewish critics have arisen in modern times, brit milah is still widely practiced.
Mechitzah: Separate Seating in the Synagogue
A curtain or other divider separates men and women while they pray in some synagogues.
Role of the Shiva Minyan
The daily prayer services in the mourner's home offer community and connection to those facing devastating loss.