Rabbi Jacob Kohn and other Jewish leaders in the early to mid-20th century expressed concerns about absent fathers in synagogues and their lack of involvement in Jewish family life.

The text portrays a conversation between the author and her mother, exploring the mother's upbringing in Kavkaz, with its strict gender roles and cultural norms.

The article discusses the evolving dynamics of leadership within couples, specifically focusing on the roles of rabbis and rebbetzins in modern times.

In this personal essay, the author reflects on her experience as a mother during her sons' weddings, expressing both happiness and a sense of identity crisis.

The author reflects on her childhood experiences with Barbie and the way it represented oppressive gender norms and beauty standards.

A group of Jewish writers from The Forward discuss their thoughts on the new Barbie movie, exploring its connection to Jewish culture and feminist ideals.

The book "Reclaiming Dignity: A Guide to Tzniut for Men and Women" has become popular in Orthodox circles for its new synthesis of the concept of tzniut (modesty) with modern ethics.

The Bintel Brief column in The Forward addresses a reader's dilemma about dealing with a control-freak husband who constantly offers advice and insists on having control over various aspects of their life and work.

This memoir explores the author's experience as a religious wife in Orthodox Judaism, focusing on the regulations and restrictions surrounding a woman's menstrual cycle.

Norah Vincent's book, "Self-Made Man: One Woman's Journey Into Manhood and Back Again," chronicles her 18-month experiment living as a man for journalistic purposes.

A woman in her mid-30s is dating a man who earns significantly less than her and is questioning whether their relationship can work.

This roundtable discussion includes a diverse group of Orthodox women, with differing views on topics such as women as clergy, social media, and modesty.

In this article, the author discusses the story of Jacob and Esau from the Torah and reflects on its implications for parenting.

The article discusses the rise of streaming platforms and their impact on the entertainment industry.

The text explores the misconceptions surrounding Jewish marriages in the past, challenging the notion that they were strictly utilitarian and devoid of love.

The text discusses the misconception that past Jewish marriages were primarily utilitarian, with strict gender roles.

In Miriam Gedwiser's essay about revisiting the story of the Oven of Akhnai in Jewish tradition, she explores how the narrative on Bava Metzia 59a-b offers a fresh perspective on gender roles, interpersonal relationships, and the balance between ethics and law.

The author reflects on the significance of preparing traditional Jewish recipes, particularly latkes, using a cookbook inherited from a Conservative congregation in Providence.

The author reflects on the traditional Jewish poem, Eishet Hayil (Woman of Valor), initially viewing it as a metaphor between the Jewish people and the Sabbath, then later as a misogynistic text.

The Orthodox Unions recent statement on professional roles for women in Orthodox synagogues has sparked widespread debate.

In "Not in the Market for a Gadol," Wendy Amsellem responds to Chaim Saiman's essay on the idea of communities led by a revered rabbinic figure known as a gadol.

In this edition, Allison, Don, and Noah discuss the impact of the 2011 social protests on Israel, questioning who is to blame for the lack of lasting change.

A father, Yosef Steinberg, grapples with his daughter's shift towards ultra-Orthodox values and away from secular literature, reflecting on his own background in Russian literature and Judaism.

The writer reflects on their experiences of dressing up for Purim, exploring the holiday's theme of blurring boundaries and the transgressive nature of the costumes.