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Jewish Views on Stem Cell Research
The stem cells most likely to be of scientific value come from discarded embryos. Is it ethical to use these?
Gay, Gray and Jewish
A Jewish-lesbian-grandmother-feminist-activist shares her story.
Health & Wellness, Live, Members of the Scribe
Arise! Arise! The Back Story
I’ve adored illuminated manuscripts all my life — as a child and teenager, these were the postcards I’d take home ...
Celebrate, More Holidays, Tisha B'Av
Tisha B’Av History
The tragic events commemorated on this day of fasting and mourning.
What Is A Mamzer?
Jewish children born from forbidden sexual relations pose ethical and communal challenges.
Rachel Luzzatto Morpurgo
The first woman to write modern poetry in Hebrew.
New Ceremonies: Being Pregnant
In a world where pregnancy is a choice, we should ritually acknowledge those who undertake it.
American Jews, Sephardic Jews, Women & Feminism
The History of Sephardi and Mizrahi Women in the United States
Among the first immigrants to the United States, the history and legacy of Sephardi and Mizrahi women has touched many facets of American and Jewish life.
Blogging Avot: Watch Out for Women
The fourth and fifth mishnayot of Pirkei Avot Chapter 1 begin a series of teachings about ethical socializing — and ...
Seven Things to Read in Synagogue On the High Holidays.
Readings to enhance your synagogue experience.