Nuanced Views of Abortion in Classical Jewish Sources

The United States Supreme Court seems poised to eliminate the Constitutional right to choose abortion in favor of state authority over a woman’s decision. Contrary to political arguments that a single “religious” view compels the most restrictive, anti-choice position, our classical Jewish sources actually reflect many different perspectives and nuanced understandings relating to the decision to terminate a pregnancy.

Join Eric Levine for an unpacking of the Biblical and Rabbinic sources.

Hybrid (in person and on Zoom).
Members see dedicated email, Weekly Calendar and Members side of the website for registration link.

Questions?

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Eric Levine, a long-time member of BAS, has over the years given classes for the congregation, including in the Adult B’nai Mitzvah program, on numerous aspects of Jewish literature, history, liturgy and law. He is passionate about adult education as essential to Jewish continuity.