Creating Welcoming Jewish Spaces

Most Jews regard circumcision as a given. For the devout, it’s the fulfilment of a divine commandment, an act of faith. For many others, regardless of their beliefs, circumcision remains a powerful statement among the Jewish people. Jewish thinkers throughout the ages have reflected on the benefits. Moses Maimondes felt it kept sexual desire in…

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What Is Brit Shalom?

What Is Brit Shalom? When a new Jewish baby comes into the family, it’s prime time to gather and celebrate. Traditionally, on the eighth day of life, babies assigned male at birth have a brit milah where they’re circumcised and given their Hebrew name. But what about families opting out of circumcision? Brit shalom encompasses…

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