Marriage

Why does the Torah prescribe different punishments for adultery and forbidden relationships? Explore the detailed teachings of Jewish law concerning marriage, betrothal, personal responsibility, and t...

This class explores the Biblical laws in Judaism regarding what happens when a married man dies without leaving behind children, the role of witnesses, and how to navigate the complex details of such...

What happens when a husband suspects his wife of infidelity but has no proof? Explore the Rambam’s laws of Sotah, including warnings, witnesses, the mysterious bitter waters, and the Torah’s approach...

This lesson examines the Rambam’s laws governing seduction and sexual assault, including financial penalties, marriage obligations, prohibited relationships, and the limits of those laws. It also addr...

In this deeply personal conversation, CB shares how she navigated addiction in her marriage, two divorces, shame, single motherhood, and the difficult work of healing. Through therapy, community, fait...

“DON'T TELL ME WHAT TO DO!” Why do those five words feel so natural? Whether it's your spouse, your parents, your boss, or even G-d Himself, being told what to do can trigger an immediate desire to re...

Explore the complex laws of Yibum and Chalitzah in cases involving brothers married to sisters, prohibited family relationships, and differing marital obligations. Learn how Jewish law determines when...

Explore the intricate laws of Yibum and Chalitzah in the Talmud, including cases involving brothers married to sisters, prohibited relationships, and differing levels of marital obligation. Discover h...

Explore Chapter 5 of the laws of Yibbum and Chalitzah, examining the complex halachic rules governing levirate marriage. Learn how Maamar, Get, and Chalitzah affect a widow's marital status, what happ...

Why does the Torah begin with stories rather than commandments? Discover how Sefer Bereishit teaches the importance of good character traits (middot) through a heartwarming story of kindness that led...