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Tag: Responsa

0 Jewish Law History

The American Story in the Responsa: She’eilos from the New World

Rabbi Moshe Taub in Jewish Action · 2 Jun

Rabbi Moshe Taub explores the literary world of She'eilos U'Teshuvos (rabbinic responsa) as an important historical source that chronicles the Jewish experience in America.

0 Jewish Law Gender/Identity

The Hebrew Midwives of Exodus—and Jewish History

Leah Sarna in Jewish Review of Books · 9 Jan

Leah Sarna's exploration of the biblical midwives Shifra and Puah sheds light on the often-overlooked decision-making authority historically granted to Jewish midwives.

0 Jewish Law Gender/Identity

Book Review: Rav Yehuda Henkin’s Responsa on Contemporary Jewish Women’s Issues (Expanded Edition)

Dena Rock in Lehrhaus · 31 Dec 2025

Rav Yehuda Henkin, a prominent Modern Orthodox halachic authority, authored significant responsa addressing women's issues in Jewish law, encapsulating his thoughtful and empathetic approach towards contemporary challenges.

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Doña Gracia Mendes Nasí (ft. Miriam Wielgus)

MishAdmin in Mishpacha · 27 Sep 2023

This is a podcast episode about the life of Doa Gracia Mendes Nas, a remarkable and influential woman.

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Hesped for Ha-Rav Yehuda Herzl Henkin, Ztz”l

Da'vid Sperling in Lehrhaus · 27 Dec 2020

The hesped (funeral eulogy) for Rav Yehuda Herzl Henkin highlights his greatness as a rabbi and posek (halakhic decisor) in the Jewish world.