Jewish philosophy: The Value of Jewish Women

In this video on Jewish philosophy, we are going to explore the profound value the Torah places on Jewish women and the sanctity of relationships. We are all familiar with the three cardinal sins for which one must give up their life rather than violate: idolatry, murder, and sexual indiscretions. Often, we think of that last category only in terms of adultery, but the law goes much deeper, touching on the very essence of human dignity. We will discuss a fascinating and extreme case from our legal tradition involving a man’s infatuation and the clear boundaries the Torah sets to protect the modesty and honor of women. The philosophy here is clear: a woman is never to be used for the gratification of another outside the sacred construct of a healthy marriage. Join me as we examine how the Torah channels our most powerful drives into holiness and respect.