Unveiling Jewish Women's Voices Through Contemporary Midrash

Dirshuni: Contemporary Women’s Midrash (HBI Series on Jewish Women)

by Bianca S. Bonatto

4.5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	1161 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
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Print length	:	300 pages

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About the Book

Contemporary Women's Midrash HBI On Jewish Women is a groundbreaking collection of essays that explores the interpretation of Jewish women's experiences and perspectives through the lens of contemporary midrash.

Midrash is a traditional Jewish method of interpreting the Hebrew Bible that seeks to uncover hidden meanings and insights in the text. Contemporary midrash takes this approach to interpreting Jewish women's experiences, drawing on a variety of sources, including literature, art, music, and personal narratives.

The essays in this book offer a wide range of perspectives on Jewish women's lives, from the personal to the political. They examine issues such as identity, gender, sexuality, family, violence, and spirituality.

Contemporary Women's Midrash is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Jewish women's studies, feminist theology, or literary criticism. It is also a source of inspiration for those who seek to create a more just and equitable world for all.

Table of Contents

• by Judith Plaskow
• Part I: Personal Narratives
• "My Grandmother's Torah" by Susannah Heschel
• "The Daughter of Jephthah" by Aviva Zornberg
• "The Politics of Prayer" by Marcia Falk
• "The Unwomanly Woman" by Judith Plaskow
• Part II: Biblical Interpretations
• "Eve's Daughters" by Lillian Robinson
• "Sarah's Laughter" by Amy-Jill Levine
• "Miriam's Song" by Carol Newsom
• "Deborah's Victory" by Alice Ogden Bellis
• Part III: Contemporary Issues
• "Jewish Women and the Holocaust" by Rebecca Alpert
• "Jewish Women and Violence" by Phyllis Chesler
• "Jewish Women and Spirituality" by Rachel Adler
• "Jewish Women and the Future" by Elana Stein Hain

Contributors

The contributors to Contemporary Women's Midrash are leading scholars, artists, and activists from around the world.

• Rebecca Alpert
• Alice Ogden Bellis
• Phyllis Chesler
• Marcia Falk
• Elana Stein Hain
• Susannah Heschel
• Amy-Jill Levine
• Carol Newsom
• Judith Plaskow
• Lillian Robinson
• Avivah Zornberg

Reviews

"Contemporary Women's Midrash is a groundbreaking collection of essays that offers a fresh and feminist perspective on Jewish women's experiences and interpretations of the Hebrew Bible. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in Jewish women's studies, feminist theology, or literary criticism." - Tikkun Magazine

"Contemporary Women's Midrash is a powerful and inspiring collection of essays that challenges traditional interpretations of the Hebrew Bible and gives voice to the experiences of Jewish women. This book is a valuable resource for anyone who seeks to create a more just and equitable world for all." - Lilith Magazine

Free Download

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Free Download from the Hebrew Bible Institute

Free Download from Our Book Library.com

Dirshuni: Contemporary Women’s Midrash (HBI Series on Jewish Women)

by Bianca S. Bonatto

4.5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	1161 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	300 pages

FREE