Elizabeth Shanks Alexander
Professor at the University of Virginia, specializing in rabbinic literature and the role of women in Jewish religious law.
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Dec 6, 2022 • 59min
Suffering Witches to Live: Jewish Women and the Legacies of Religious Law
In a captivating discussion, Dr. Elizabeth Shanks Alexander, a Professor at the University of Virginia specializing in rabbinic literature, dives into the intricate relationship between Jewish women and religious law. She explores whether women can keep track of their own menstrual cycles within outlined laws, revealing how ancient rabbis viewed witchcraft and its implications for women's roles. The conversation also highlights the challenges women faced in navigating a male-dominated system, shedding light on the legacy of those deemed witches and their overlooked stories.
