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0 Jewish Law Culture

When Torah Principles Confront Western Sensibilities - Ohad Fedida

The Habura · 16 Jun

Ohad Fedida discusses the conflicts that arise when Western values clash with Torah principles, examining historical, cultural, and moral contexts to propose a balanced approach.

0 Culture Jewish Law

Jacob & Rachel & Leah & Bilhah & Zilpah

Bonjour Chai · 1 Mar

Phoebe Maltz Bovy and Avi Finegold delve into the concept of polyamory and its distinction from traditional polygamy, questioning its ethical implications within a Jewish context.

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What’s The Truth About . . . The “Expiration Date” Of Rabbeinu Gershom’s Ban On Polygamy?

Rabbi Ari Z. Zivotofsky in Jewish Action · 3 Sep 2023

The ban on polygamy, known as the cherem of Rabbeinu Gershom, was enacted in the 11th century and there are various opinions about its expiration date.

0 History Language

Ayelet Tsabari in Tablet · 11 Feb 2019

This text narrates the story of the author's grandmother, Savta, who was born in Yemen and immigrated to Israel, where she was given a Hebraized name.

0 Communities Music

Promised Podcast · 6 Feb 2014

In a conversation by Allison, Don, Eilon, and Noah, they discuss various topics including the prevalence of polygamy among the Bedouin in the Negev, the short half-life of ethnic neighborhoods in Israel, and the dilemma of whether the struggling post office should be bailed out or privatized.