Family and Relationships
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Rapist Must Marry the Victim
Is it true that if a man rapes a girl he is obliged by the Torah to marry her?! Answer: It’s true…but the rapist is ONLY obligated to marry his victim IF she wants him to – in other words,…
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Basic Values and Morality, General Relationships, Marriage and Dating, Mitzvos (Commandments), Modesty & Sexuality, Women’s Issues
Casual Contact Between Men and Women
Is there a law that a Rabbi cannot touch a woman at any time, excluding his wife, of course? Answer: Thank you for your question. Before I answer your question though, I would first like to give a brief introduction…
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Wanting Someone Else’s Boyfriend
I know we cannot want someone else’s things, but i really like this boy who already has a girlfriend. What is the proper way to deal with a situation like this? Answer: You are correct to phrase your question “we…
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Dating and Physical Attraction
I’m dating, and I really like this guy. But I don’t think he finds me attractive, and I’m afraid that the relationship will soon end. What can I do? Answer: It’s actually not my practice to offer advice on such…
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Wigs and Hair Covering for Married Women
Can you please tell me why married women have to wear a wig? Answer: Thank you very much for your question. Although there is no obligation for a woman to wear a wig, there is a Torah prohibition for a…
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Abortion for Rape Victim
Under what conditions could a teenage victim of a rape be allowed an abortion? Answer: Thank you for your question. According to many Halachic [i.e. Jewish Law] experts, in a situation where a pregnancy poses an extreme hardship on the…