Traditional Jewish ceremonies, like Christian ones, marked a woman’s transition from daughter to wife − going from her parents to her husband. But there are creative ways to reflect gender equality ...

Why is there a Jewish practice to bury prayer books and other texts that contain God's name? A rabbi offers the mystical answer.

Consulting the Jewish tradition for moral guidance -- Fundamental beliefs underlying Jewish medical ethics -- Moral issues at the beginning of life. Having children with one's own genetic materials -- ...