The Times of Israel9 天
An Orthodox rabbi’s struggle with pluralism
Real religious disagreements among those who affiliate with different denominations (or none) should not hinder normal ...
Jewish Telegraphic Agency1 年
In Orthodox communities where women don’t read Torah, Purim offers a rare opportunity
For many modern Orthodox women more than four decades later ... or women’s tefillah [prayer] service or a partnership minyan service, we’ve seen a lot more… girls read, in part or the ...
Jewish Telegraphic Agency4 年
‘Rogue’ minyans and divided ranks: Orthodox rabbis are increasingly split over safety ...
It was that possibility that the rules would be broken that led Modern Orthodox rabbis in the community to oppose the practice. “In theory, one can create a minyan today that doesn’t pose risk ...
BBC8 个月
Marriage and death rituals
Some Jews (particularly Orthodox Jews) do not leave the house during this period of mourning. Instead, others visit them and create a minyan for communal worship in the home. If someone has lost a ...
BBC10 个月
Death and mourning rituals
Some Jews (particularly Orthodox Jews) do not leave the house during this period of mourning. Instead, others visit them and create a minyan for communal worship in the home. If someone has lost a ...