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Polygamy in Judaism

Once a tolerated and regulated practice, polygamy is virtually unheard of in Jewish life today.

Medieval Jewish Attitudes Toward Women

In the Middle Ages, a Jewish woman's social well-being was considered important, but her life was strictly guided by Jewish law.

Yevamot 23

Confusion at the altar.

Yevamot 29

Two brides for three brothers.

What Is A Mamzer?

Jewish children born from forbidden sexual relations pose ethical and communal challenges.

A Voice in the Desert: An Interview with Linda Sue Friedman

This summer, Chaplain Linda Sue Friedman was installed as President of the Jewish Federation of New Mexico — the first ...

Why Celibacy Is Not a Jewish Value

This practice is rare in Judaism and goes against the commandment to procreate.

Women in Rashi’s Time: It Wasn’t the Dark Ages for Them

On July 27, the 29th of Tammuz, I will observe the 909th yahrtzeit of Rabbi Shlomo Yizhaki, better known as ...

Meet Lesléa Newman: Lesbian, Jewish, Writer

As part of Keshet’s partnership with the Jewish Women’s Archive, we are raising up the profiles and voices of queer ...

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