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Why Does Judaism Forbid Tattoos?
By Baruch S. Davidson
The human body is G‑d's creation, and it is therefore unbefitting to mutilate G‑d's handiwork...
Ideas & Beliefs » Questions & Answers » Mitzvot & Jewish Customs » Why Does Judaism Forbid Tattoos?
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Negative Commandment 41 (For Children)
You shall not tattoo or mark your own skin
By Malka Touger
Leviticus 19:28 "Nor print any marks upon you" There are many Mitzvot encouraging us not to look or act like idol-worshipers. Many people have traditional customs which the Torah does not want us to practice. One common custom is marking the skin with ...
Kids » Story Time » Bookshelf » Sefer Hamitzvot » Negative » Negative Commandment 41 (For Children)
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I plan to convert, but I am a huge fan of tattoos...
By Baruch S. Davidson
Question: I am planning to convert to Judaism, but I am a huge fan of tattoos. Does that create a problem? Answer: You are probably aware that conversion to Judaism involves complete acceptance of all the commandments of the Torah from this point ...
Ask the Rabbi » Latest Questions » The Details » I plan to convert, but I am a huge fan of tattoos...
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Can a person with a tattoo be buried in a Jewish cemetery?
By Chani Benjaminson
Question: Is it true that if I have a tattoo I cannot be buried in an orthodox cemetery? I'm not referring to Holocaust markings. Answer: The Torah Leviticus 19:28. forbids us from tattooing our bodies. Nonetheless, one who has had tattoos can still ...
Ask the Rabbi » Latest Questions » The Details » Can a person with a tattoo be buried in a Jewish cemetery?
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Leviticus - Chapter 19 (Parshah Kedoshim)
Library » Classic Texts » The Bible (with Rashi) » The Pentateuch » Leviticus » Leviticus - Chapter 19 (Parshah Kedoshim)
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Am I Ready?
Hashem Hu HaElokim
By Elisha Greenbaum
As the Neila service (ultimate prayer of Yom Kippur) draws to its conclusion, we engage in a group ritual simultaneously thought-provoking and inspiring.
Jewish Holidays » High Holidays » Yom Kippur » Study » Prayers » Am I Ready?
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Food For Thought
By Sara Esther Crispe
“We fought, we won, let’s eat” is how many people sum up the essence of Jewish holidays. Wiith such an emphasis on food, is it possible that there is even the slightest concern in Judaism for one’s health?
Women » Women's Health & Concerns » General Health » Food For Thought
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Transitions
By Pesach and Chana Burston
The auspicious day of Yom Kippur was imminent. Before Yom Kippur it is traditional for men to immerse themselves in the mikva several times. One fellow, obviously unaccustomed to going to the mikva with others around, drew attention to himself. As he ...
Library » Stories » Bookshelf » Chicken Soup for the Neshamah » Transitions
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