zelophehad

Meet the Torah’s Bold Band of Status Quo-Challenging Sisters

 In this busy portion, the daughters of Zelophehad succeed in staking claim their father’s land — sort of.

Real Change in the Torah

The most effective and enduring changes create justice for all members of society.

The Daughters of Zelophehad: Power and Uniqueness

Zelophehad's daughters call to us to take hold of life with our own hands.

Dispossession of Women’s Land

The audacity of the request of Zelophehad's daughters.

Land Distribution — Then and Now

As Jews, we must express our religious imperative to ensure equal access to land.

The Pinchas Problem

Not everyone is happy with Pinchas' action and its reward.