Bat Mitzva
In this episode we discuss the halachic significance of bat mitzva and how should it be observed or celebrated.
Full article available here: https://www.deracheha.org/bat-mitzva/
Kol Deracheha
Welcome to Kol Deracheha, a podcast about women and mitzvot, from deracheha.org, a Yeshivat Har Etzion Initiative.
Our name comes from the pasuk in Mishlei 3:10, which says “be-chol derachecha da’ehu.” “In all your ways, know God.” We’ve changed that to Kol Deracheha, which means “all her ways,” and also “the voice of Deracheha.”
Our goal is that Kol Deracheha will inspire you wherever you walk on the pathways of Torah.
Season 1 of Kol Deracheha is dedicated in memory of Mrs. Anita Hirsch Silverman, Yehudit Raizel bat Eliezer v'Esther, zichrona livracha.
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Chinuch
- In this episode we discuss what is chinuch for mitzvot, who is obligated, and at what stage.
- Dedicated by Sarah Kenigsberg Le-ilui Nishmat Chaya Miriam Bat Kasriel.
- Full article available here: https://www.deracheha.org/chinuch/
Behind the Scenes: Talking about Chinuch with Ora & Laurie
In this episode, we discuss our personal inspirations and approaches to chinuch for our children.
Article on Chinuch available here: https://www.deracheha.org/chinuch/
Mechitza III: Separation in Society
In this episode we discuss when we need a mechitza or gender separation outside of prayer.
To read all the sources mentioned in this episode, click here: https://www.deracheha.org/mechitza-3-separation-in-society/
Kol Deracheha
enApril 03, 2022
Mechitza II: Structure
In this episode we discuss the structural requirements for a mechitza and whether the ezrat nashim‘s structure has a halachic effect on prayers said within it.
Find all the sources discussed in this episode on our website here: https://www.deracheha.org/mechitza-2-structure/
Mechitza I: Purpose
In this episode we discuss the purpose of mechitza and why gender separation is a part of prayer.
This episode is dedicated in honor of Ilana Abramson's birthday by her daughter, Raphaela.
Full article available here: https://www.deracheha.org/mechitza-1-purpose/
Megilla Reading II: Quorum and Reading for Others
In part 2 of our megilla reading podcast we discuss who constitutes a quorum for megilla reading, and whether women may read for herself and others.
Read all the sources here: https://www.deracheha.org/megilla-reading/
Megilla Reading I: The Mitzva and Brachot
In this episode we discuss the nature of women's obligation in megilla reading and the brachot recited. Part 2 will discuss who constitutes a quorum for megilla reading, and who a woman may read for.
Read more in our article here: https://www.deracheha.org/megilla-reading/
Women and Tefilla Be-tzibbur
In this episode we dicuss women and tefilla be-tzibbur. Specifically, what is the nature of communal prayer? What is the role of Shaliach Tzibbur, and who can fill it? What is the significance of women’s participation?
Click here for the full article: https://www.deracheha.org/tefilla-be-tzibbur/
This episode was dedicated in memory of Michael ben Yosef Halevi Lebenbaum
Women and Minyan
In this episode we address some fundamental questions about minyan.
What is a minyan and what is it for? Who does and doesn’t count toward a minyan, and why?
To read all the sources mentions in this podcast, head to https://www.deracheha.org/minyan/
Behind the Scenes: Menstruation and Shabbat
In this short episode, Rachel goes behind the scenes with Laurie to discuss Deracheha's most recent article on menstruation and Shabbat. Learn what made writing this article so challenging, what surprised Laurie as she was writing it, and what's next on Deracheha's to-do list.
To read the article, click here: www.deracheha.org/menstruation-and-shabbat/
Learning about Sigd with Brhan Worku
Deracheha's Rachel Weber Leshaw spoke to Brhan Worku about the Ethiopian Jewish holiday of Sigd. Brhan talked about the meaning of Sigd, her family's journey from Ethiopia, cultural differences between Ethiopian and Israeli society, and whether non-Ethiopian Jews should celebrate Sigd too.
Speaking engagements for Brhan can be arranged through storiesofisrael.com
Erev Yom Kippur
What are the the mitzvot and customs of Erev Yom Kippur? Why are they significant? How do they apply to women?
Full article here: www.deracheha.org/erev-yom-kippur/
Tefilla Zakah adapted for women here: https://www.kipa.co.il/userFiles/zaka_yomKipur.pdf
Selichot
In this espisode we discuss Selicht - what are Selichot? Are women obligated to recite them? Do they require a minyan?
Read the full article here: https://www.deracheha.org/selichot/
Rav Ezra Bick's commentary on the Yud Gimmel Middot - https://www.etzion.org.il/en/series/understanding-13-middot-en
All Deracheha's Elul content available here: https://www.deracheha.org/elul-tishrei/
Dress IV: Keli Gever
In this episode we address the halacha of keli gever - what is a man’s article, a keli gever? What is the prohibition of a woman’s wearing one? How does intent affect this halacha?
Read the full article here: https://www.deracheha.org/dress-4-keli-gever/
Kol Deracheha
enJuly 28, 2021
Talking About Eicha and More with Dr. Yael Ziegler
In this special Pre-Tish'a Be-Av episode we talk to Dr. Yael Ziegler about her new book "Lamentations: Faith in a Turbulent World" and her experience writing on such a seemingly sad topic. We also discuss her new appointment as Rosh Beit Midrash of Matan, and her career path until today.
Buy the book here: https://korenpub.com/products/lamentations-faith-in-a-turbulent-world
Kol Deracheha
enJuly 08, 2021
Kiddush 2: Practical Issues
In this episode we discuss some practical issues relating to kiddush. Can someone eat before kiddush? Does a woman recite or respond to she-hechiyyanu in Yom Tov kiddush? Does prayer affect the ability to make kiddush for others?
Full article available here: https://www.deracheha.org/kiddush-2-practical-issues/
Kiddush I: Obligation
In this episode we discuss the mitzva of kiddush, both on Shabbat and Yom Tov, at night and during the day. We discuss a woman's obligation, and also how a couple should handle kiddush during Niddah (Wikipedia) Niddah (or nidah; Hebrew: נִדָּה), in Judaism, describes a woman during menstruation, or a woman who has menstruated and not yet completed the associated requirement of immersion in a mikveh (ritual bath).
Read the article here: https://www.deracheha.org/kiddush-1-obligation/
Discharging Obligations in Practice
In this episode we discuss when a woman can discharge a man's mitzva obligations, and cases where she technically can, but maybe should not. Why would that be the case? Listen to find out, and gain insight into differences between birkat hamazon, kiddush and megilla.
Read the full article here: https://www.deracheha.org/discharging-obligations-in-practice/
Talking about Trust and Fear in Halakha Education with Shayna Goldberg
In this new podcast we go behind-the-scenes with Shayna Goldberg, Contributing Editor to Deracheha and author of the new book "What Do You Really Want?" In her conversation with Rachel, Shayna explains how the book came to be, how it relates to her work as an educator, and lessons she's learned from her years of teaching and providing halakhic guidance.
Learn more about the book here: https://korenpub.com/products/what-do-you-really-want
And read about Deracheha's approach to writing about halakha in our introduction here: https://www.deracheha.org/concepts-introduction/