Family and Relationships
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Virginity and Marriage
I was wondering what role does virginity play in Judaism, and why, if it does at all, it plays such an important role? The answer to your question depends on how you define “roleâ€?: does one’s lack of virginity automatically…
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Soul Mates
I always heard that each Jewish person born has a Soul Mate. Please explain the following. Why do people get divorced? I think it’s fair to describe the existence of “soul mates” (Zivug) as an opportunity rather than a guarantee.…
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Interaction Between Men and Women
My line of work often deals with ultra-orthodox charities and Yeshivot. I was due to visit a charity trustee (an orthodox Jew) with a female colleague. I am aware, as a Jew, of modest dress considerations, and avoidance of physical…
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Understanding the Prohibition Against Homosexuality
Do you consider homosexuality a sin? If so, what verses support that fact or disputes it? Hi! Male homosexuality is forbidden by the verse in Leviticus, 18(22): “With a man you may not lie in the way one lies with…
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Is My Child’s Condition a Punishment?
My question to you is, do you think God punishes us for things we have done wrong in our past? The reason I asked is I have a 6 year old son with Angelman Syndrome. I have tried so hard…