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Why Jacob Cursed Two of His Sons
Shimon and Levi get the blame for two tragedies in the patriach's life.
Digging the Bible
Since 2006, Slate editor Daivd Plotz has been “blogging the Bible.” Unsettled by reading the story of the rape of ...
Who Are the Patriarchs and Matriarchs?
The forefathers and foremothers of the Jewish people.
When Jacob Reconciled with Esau
Jacob is surprised to learn that even with estranged family members, reconciliation is possible.
Gender & Sexuality, Live, Women & Feminism
Judaism on Prostitution
Most traditional Jewish sources condemn trafficking and prostitution, but some of the messages are mixed.
Beliefs & Practices, Live, Mixed Multitudes
Limmud NY 2010: Drinking, Sex, and Megillat Esther
Shabbat is over at Limmud NY, and once again I’m skipping the big havdalah event to write up some quick ...
Beliefs & Practices, Jewish Ethics
Visiting the Sick: Bikkur Cholim
The importance of this act is emphasized in daily prayers.
Disability, Gender & Sexuality, Keshet, Live
Hints of “Queerness” from Our Ancestors, Our Sages, and Our God
Rabbi Lisa Edwards, of Beth Chayim Chadashim (BCC), offered these words last week as leaders from day schools across Los Angeles ...
Celebrate, JOFA's Torch, Women & Feminism
Double Booked: If It’s Good Enough for the Matriarchs
This post originally appeared on the Religious Action Center’s blog and has been reprinted here with permission.—In a recent conversation ...