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Genetic Diseases in Traditional Jewish Sources
Rabbinic authorities have always been aware of heredity and genetic disease.
Parashat Vayechi: Summary
On his deathbed, Jacob blesses his sons and asks them to bury him in Canaan.
Parashat Miketz: Summary
Joseph interprets Pharaoh's dreams and is appointed to implement Egypt's anti-famine plan, which brings him into contact with his brothers again.
Summary of Parashat Vayera
Isaac's birth, the destruction of Sodom and Gomorrah, the exile of Hagar and the ultimate sacrifice.
Parashat Lech-Lecha: Summary
Abram and Sarai follow God's call to journey to Canaan, where the covenant between God and Abraham is affirmed.
The Genome Project and Jewish Law
Does the genome project take imitatio dei too far--beyond imitating God, to playing God?
Types of Speech
Types of Jewish Speech. Themes and Theology of Jewish Speech. Jewish Speaking.
Truth and Lies in the Jewish Tradition
Jewish moralist literature sets a high standard of truthtelling, but one not without exceptions.