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(JTA) — Is it appropriate to call an ancient rabbi a “legendary hottie”? To use “thirst” in the online sense? To translate one Talmudic voice replying to another as, “Oh my God, what the actual f–k is ...
After a student-led petition collected more than 1,400 signatures, the administration at Yeshiva University’s Stern College for Women has added Talmud classes back to the course schedule. (JTA) — ...
EAST RUTHERFORD — Nearly 100,000 Orthodox Jews gathered at MetLife Stadium tonight for the 12th Siyum Hashas, a celebration recognizing the completion of Talmud study. Sponsored by Agudath Israel of ...
JERUSALEM (AP) — As Orthodox Jews worldwide conclude a grueling marathon of daily Talmud study, a growing number of Israeli women have joined the effort, spotlighting collapsing gender barriers in the ...