Tag: Halakhah

The article discusses the dangerous impact of lies, particularly in the context of former President Donald Trump's behavior during a recent debate, emphasizing the need for a response to falsehoods.
Chaim Saiman, a renowned scholar of Jewish law, delves into the fundamental basis of Jewish law, known as halakhah, which is rooted in the revelation of the Ten Commandments to Moses at Mount Sinai.
The book "For Women and Girls Only: Reshaping Jewish Orthodoxy through the Arts in the Digital Age" by Dr. Jessica Roda explores how Orthodox Jewish women have utilized the Internet and social media to pursue artistic endeavors while navigating Halakhic observance.
The text discusses the legal intricacies and religious significance of the practice of selling chametz (leavened food) before Passover, focusing on the formalities and implications involved in this ritual.
Silence is often viewed as complicity or admission, raising questions about when the principle of shtikah ke-hodaah applies in Jewish law and ethics, especially in light of current events and beyond.
In his 1967 essay, Professor Isadore Twersky challenged previous views on Maimonides by rejecting both Leo Strauss's idea that Maimonides was primarily a philosopher and Yeshayahu Leibowitz's belief that he was mainly a rabbi.
The debate on the ethical conduct of warfare within Jewish law is discussed in a philosophical reflection by Alex S. Ozar.
The Lehrhaus, a platform for Jewish content, has had a productive year in 2023, publishing at least 100 original pieces across various genres.
In this article, Aryeh Klapper revisits Rav Shaul Yisraeli's analysis of civilian casualties in the context of halakhah (Jewish law) and ethics.
This article discusses the role of artificial intelligence (AI) in the rabbinate and argues that human involvement is necessary in the field of Halakhah.
Rabbi Aharon Lichtenstein's book, "Values in Halakha: Six Case Studies," explores the relationship between halakhah (Jewish law) and ethics.
The Talmud is a complex and sprawling Jewish text, consisting of 63 volumes and filled with legalistic inquiries, fantastical tales, philosophical meditations, and personal interactions.
In his book, "A Guide for the Jewish Undecided: A Philosopher Makes the Case for Orthodox Judaism," Rabbi Dr. Samuel Lebens presents a case for Orthodox Judaism using a variation of Pascal's Wager called Pascalberg's Wager.
In this article, Sarah Imhoff discusses how ancient Jewish texts acknowledged gender diversity beyond the male and female binary.
The article discusses the need to reclaim the classical Sephardic tradition, which is rooted in principles of vibrant Judaism deeply connected to tradition but open to new ideas.
In his book, "To Be a Holy People," Rabbi Eugene Korn explores the question of whether traditional Jewish practices can be justified in light of modern understandings of justice and human flourishing.
Rabbi Dr. Hillel Goldberg's book, "Across the Expanse of Jewish Thought: From the Holocaust to Halakhah and Beyond," offers a collection of fourteen essays exploring a wide range of topics in Jewish thought.
In this article, the author explores the evolution of the Passover Seder and its focus on the Exodus story in the absence of the Temple and the korban pesah (Passover sacrifice).
This article explores the ethical implications of watching American football, particularly in light of the brain damage that players often suffer.
In the book review of "Staying Human: A Jewish Theology for the Age of Artificial Intelligence" by Harris Bors, the author explores the tension between unity and plurality in Judaism.
Rabbi Eliezer Waldenberg's opinion on sex reassignment surgery (SRS) has been widely discussed but remains unclear.
The essay explores the placement of the laws of mourning (aveilut) within Jewish Halakhah.
The letter responds to a previous article by Rabbi Leead Staller on Halakhah and euthanasia.
Rabbi Saul Emanuel, executive director of the Jewish Community Council of Montreal and head of Montreal Kosher (MK), discusses the high cost of kosher meat and responds to criticisms about traditional kosher rules impacting affordability and job opportunities.
In this response, Michael Broyde discusses the view of Rabbi Moses Feinstein on abortion and secular law.