Over time the rabbis increased the wife's power in a marriage, yet maintained the absolute right of the husband to grant a divorce.

How Old is Old Enough?

Esther Singer Kreitman was a published author, but she was overshadowed by her brothers.

An ancient and challenging ritual for a woman suspected of adultery.

How Jewish women worked their way into the field of synagogue music.

How they are educated and their role in the community.

Troubling Jewish Texts. What Makes a Text Jewish. What are Jewish Texts. About Jewish Texts. Jewish Texts. People of the Book.

This ancient queen converted to Judaism and is mentioned in both Josephus’ "Antiquities" and rabbinic literature.

Over the past two decades, new authors take on the tension between tradition and autonomy.

After Sarah's death comes the first biblical account of mourning.