Thinking Jewishly: Ancient Jewish Wisdom for the Modern World

Session Five: It’s My Life: Jewish Bioethics

Given a modern outlook that privileges individual autonomy and choice, what can Judaism teach us when making complicated ethical decisions about issues such as abortion, circumcision, and end of life care? By comparing the ancient Jewish concept of mitzvot (commandments) within the broader context of covenant, study the scope and limits of the autonomous Jewish self.

What it Takes: How to Officiate Your Friend’s Wedding

Rabbi Shira offers a primer on how to officiate a friend’s Jewish or interfaith wedding and gives helpful advice if you are having a friend officiate your wedding.