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[Unedited] Elliot Dorff With Krista Tippett

On Being with Krista Tippett

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Exploring Jewish Perspectives on Sexuality and Relationships

This chapter examines the Jewish response to AIDS in the late 1980s, particularly in relation to its support for gay individuals and their families. It discusses the complexities of sexual orientation within Jewish texts and traditions, advocating for a nuanced understanding of sexuality that embraces both heterosexual and homosexual relationships. Additionally, it highlights the significance of marriage and family, intertwining ritual practices such as the Sabbath with the deep connections of intimacy.

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