Tag: Levirate Marriage

The article discusses the challenge of illustrating the Book of Ruth, focusing not on the plot but on the theme of redemption.
Loving Leah, a Hallmark romance film, is a surprisingly charming and meticulously detailed portrayal of Jewish life.
The article discusses the character of Tamar in the Bible and Thomas Mann's interpretation of her in his book Joseph and His Brothers.
In this article, the author explores the character of Tamar in the biblical story of Genesis.
The Parashah of Ki Tetzei raises concerns about the treatment of women, illustrating problematic scenarios such as the marriage of a captive woman, laws regarding polygamy and divorce, cases of rape and dysfunctional marriages.
The text discusses the Talmudic tractate Yevamot, which deals with the topic of levirate marriage (yibbum) and the bonds of family in Judaism.
The misconception that the first son of a levirate marriage (yibbum) must be named after the deceased husband/brother is not correct.