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EPISODE · Mar 18, 2026 · 1H 3M

Does Jewish Law Permit Getting a Reversible Vasectomy?

from Responsa Radio · host Hadar Institute

Jewish law has long prohibited certain forms of sterilization, particularly for men. But what happens when medical technology changes the equation? Does the possibility of reversal affect the halakhic status of vasectomy?Source sheet: https://voices.sefaria.org/sheets/714995Have a question you'd like answered on Responsa Radio? Email us at [email protected] featured in this episode: U Turns by Mary Jennings

Jewish law has long prohibited certain forms of sterilization, particularly for men. But what happens when medical technology changes the equation? Does the possibility of reversal affect the halakhic status of vasectomy? Source sheet: https://voices.sefaria.org/sheets/714995 Have a question you'd like answered on Responsa Radio? Email us at [email protected] Music featured in this episode: U Turns by Mary Jennings

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