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Kol Deracheha

by Rachel Leshaw

Welcome to Kol Deracheha, a podcast about women and mitzvot, from deracheha.org, a Yeshivat Har Etzion Initiative. Our name comes from the pasuk in Mishlei 3:10, which says "be-chol derachecha da'ehu." "In all your ways, know God." We've changed that to Kol Deracheha, which means "all her ways," and also "the voice of Deracheha."Our goal is that Kol Deracheha will inspire you wherever you walk on the pathways of Torah.Season 1 of Kol Deracheha is dedicated in memory of Mrs. Anita Hirsch Silverman, Yehudit Raizel bat Eliezer v'Esther, zichrona livracha.

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Episodes

  1. Contraception VI: Sirus and Contraceptive Preference

    SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITY - Want to sponsor an episode or series in our motherhood series in honor of a woman you love? Email us at [email protected] before our next episode drops. What is the prohibition of sirus, sterilization? What are its implications for the permissibility of various...

  2. Contraception V: Hashchatat Zera & Contraceptives

    What is the prohibition of wasting seed? What are the implications for the permissibility of various contraceptive methods? Transcript and sources here: https://www.deracheha.org/contraception-5/ Email us at [email protected] to sponsor an episode!

  3. Contraception IV: A Rabbi's Role & Beginning Marriage

    What is a rabbi's role in making decisions about contraception? When is contraception permissible at the beginning of marriage? Transcript and sources here: https://www.deracheha.org/contraception-4/ To sponsor an episode email us at [email protected]

  4. Contraception III: Other Factors & Delay

    Health and spacing aside, what factors may affect halachic decisions about contraception? Is it permissible to delay fulfilling the mitzva of procreation? Sources and transcript here: https://www.deracheha.org/contraception-3/ To dedicate an episode of Kol Deracheha email us at [email protected]

  5. Contraception II: Family Planning

    When is contraceptive use permissible after childbirth? What about after pirya ve-rivya has been fulfilled? Transcript and sources here: https://www.deracheha.org/contraception-2/ To sponsor an episode of Kol Deracheha email us at [email protected]

  6. Contraception I: Introduction & Permissibility for Health

    When is contraception permissible? What roles do health considerations play in permissibility? Transcript and sources here: https://www.deracheha.org/contraception-1/ Email us at [email protected] to sponsor an episode or share feedback

  7. Procreation

    What is meant by the blessing and imperative to "be fruitful and multiply"? What are the different levels of this mitzva, and how do they apply to women? Transcipt and sources here: https://www.deracheha.org/motherhood-1-procreation/ To dedicate an episode of Kol Deracheha email us at...

  8. Marriage IX: The Wedding Ceremony – After Kiddushin

    How do the later stages of the wedding, from reading the ketuba to yichud, work in practice? What are potential roles for women? Transcript and sources here: https://www.deracheha.org/wedding-ceremony-3/ Sponsor an episode in honor of a loved one or a special occasion! Email us at...

  9. Marriage VIII: The Wedding Ceremony - Kiddushin

    What is the role of mesader kiddushin, and who can fulfill it? How is kiddushin conducted in practice? Can the kalla give the chatan a ring? Transcipt and sources here: https://www.deracheha.org/wedding-ceremony-2/ To dedicate an episode of Kol Deracheha email us at [email protected]

  10. Marriage VII: The Wedding Ceremony before Kiddushin

    What are the halachot and customs of the first steps of a wedding, from reception, to bedecken, to processional, to how the chuppa is made? Transcript and sources here: https://www.deracheha.org/wedding-ceremony-1/ To sponsor an episode email us at [email protected]

  11. Marriage VI: The Wedding Day

    What are the halachot and customs of the wedding day, from mikveh, to fasting, to the dress and accessories? May a couple see each other prior to the wedding? Transcript and sources here: https://www.deracheha.org/the-wedding-day/ To dedicate an episode email us at [email protected]

  12. Marriage V: Sheva Brachot

    What are Sheva Berachot and what role do they serve? Who can recite them? Link to transcript and sources: https://www.deracheha.org/sheva-berachot/ Dedicate an episode of Kol Deracheha by emailing us at [email protected]

  13. Marriage IV: The Ketuba

    What is the ketuba? What are its contents and purpose? Transcript and sources here: https://www.deracheha.org/ketuba/ To dedicate an episode of Kol Deracheha email us at [email protected]

  14. Marriage III: Nissuin

    How does nissuin work and what are the implications? What are the obligations of husband and wife? Transcript and sources here: https://www.deracheha.org/nissuin/ Email us at [email protected] to sponsor an episode

  15. Marriage II: Mitzva and Beracha of Kiddushin

    Is kiddushin a mitzva? What type of beracha is Birkat Eirusin? Who can recite it? Transcript and sources here: https://www.deracheha.org/mitzva-and-beracha-of-kiddushin/ To dedicate an episode of Kol Deracheha email us at [email protected]

  16. Marriage I: The Concept of Kiddushin

    What is kiddushin and how does it work? What are the man's and woman's roles in it? Transcript and sources here: https://www.deracheha.org/kiddushin/ To dedicate an episode of Kol Deracheha email us at [email protected]

  17. Physical Intimacy III: Touch in Practice

    What touch (negia) is permissible between women and men, and in what contexts? Sources and transcript here: https://www.deracheha.org/physical-intimacy-3/

  18. Physical Intimacy II: Boundaries and Touch

    How does Halacha regulate touch, in and out of marriage? What are the halachic underpinnings of shemirat negia? Transcript and sources here: https://www.deracheha.org/physical-intimacy-2/ Podcast episode with Shayna Goldberg here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3p8shSz3ybLjJyI5b83bfe To…

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  19. Physical Intimacy I: Marital Intimacy

    What perspectives on physical intimacy does our tradition offer? What is the halachic framework for intimacy in marriage? Transcript and sources: https://www.deracheha.org/physical-intimacy-1/ Want to sponsor an episode? Email us at [email protected]

  20. Keri'at Ha-Torah III: Kevod Ha-tzibbur

    What is kevod ha-tzibbur? How does this apply to the prospect of women reading from the Torah? Can it be waived or pushed aside? Transcript and sources here: https://www.deracheha.org/keriat-ha-torah-3-kevod-ha-tzibbur/ To dedicate an episode of Kol Deracheha email us at [email protected]

  21. Keriat Ha-Torah II: The Aliya

    What purpose do the berachot over keri'at ha-Torah serve, how are they structured, and who can say them? What is the role of the modern ba'al korei? What is the halachic standing of all-women's readings? Transcript and sources here: https://www.deracheha.org/keriat-ha-torah-2-the-aliya/ To…

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  22. Keri'at Ha-Torah I: The Reading

    How did keri'at ha-Torah develop? What is the nature of the obligation? Are women obligated to hear it? What would be the implications for the possibility of women reading the Torah? Transcript and sources here: https://www.deracheha.org/keriat-ha-torah-1-the-reading/ To dedicate an episode of…

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  23. Dancing with the Torah

    How did the custom of dancing with a Sefer Torah on Simchat Torah come about? How can women celebrate during the hakafot? Transcript and sources here: https://www.deracheha.org/dancing-with-torah/ To sponsor an episode, email us at [email protected]

  24. Contact with a Sefer Torah

    How should a Sefer Torah be treated? Who is permitted to handle it? Transcript and sources here: https://www.deracheha.org/contact-with-sefer-torah/ To dedicate an episode of Kol Deracheha email us at [email protected]

  25. Sukkot II: Sukka

    What is the mitzva of dwelling in a sukka? To whom does it apply? In what ways does it relate to women? Sources and transcript here: https://www.deracheha.org/sukkot-2-sukka/ Sponsor an episode of Kol Deracheha by emailing us at [email protected]

  26. Sukkot I: Lulav

    What is the mitzva of taking arba'at ha-minim on Sukkot? Who takes arba'at ha-minim? What are the halachot of Hoshanot, and how do they apply to women? Transcript and sources here: https://www.deracheha.org/sukkot-1-lulav/ To sponsor an episode of Kol Deracheha email us at [email protected]

  27. Cosmetics on Shabbat IV: Makeup Removal & Mikveh

    Is it permissible to remove makeup on Shabbat? How can a woman handle makeup when she needs to immerse on Shabbat? Transcript and sources: https://www.deracheha.org/cosmetics-on-shabbat-4-makeup-removal-and-mikveh/ To sponsor an episode of Kol Deracheha email us at [email protected]

  28. Cosmetics on Shabbat III: Makeup

    How do traditional texts relate to makeup? Is it permissible to apply makeup on Shabbat? What about Shabbat powder makeup? Transcript and sources here: https://www.deracheha.org/cosmetics-on-shabbat-3-makeup/ Sponsor an episode by emailing us at [email protected]

  29. Cosmetics on Shabbat II: Scent and Healing

    May one apply scented or enriched products on Shabbat? What are the parameters of using skincare products for healing on Shabbat? Transcipt and sources available here: https://www.deracheha.org/cosmetics-on-shabbat-2-scent-and-healing/ To sponsor an episode of Kol Deracheha email us at...

  30. Cosmetics on Shabbat I: Types of Product

    What consistencies of skincare or haircare products—oils, creams, etc.—are permissible to apply on Shabbat? Click here for the transcript and sources: https://www.deracheha.org/cosmetics-on-shabbat-1-types-of-product/ To dedicate an episode of Kol Deracheha email us at [email protected]

  31. Menstruation and Shabbat

    What are the halachot of managing menstrual pain, cleaning off blood, and using menstrual products on Shabbat? Link to transcript and sources: https://www.deracheha.org/menstruation-and-shabbat/ To sponsor an episode of Kol Deracheha email us at [email protected]

  32. Havdala

    What is the mitzva of havdala? Are women obligated in it? May a woman recite havdala for herself or others? Link to transcript and sources here: https://www.deracheha.org/havdala/ To dedicate an episode email [email protected]

  33. Shabbat and Yom Tov Meals

    What is the nature of the obligation to eat on Shabbat and Yom Tov? How does it apply to women? Who can make ha-motzi? Where do seuda shelishit and melaveh malka fit in? Episode transcipt and sources here: https://www.deracheha.org/shabbat-and-yom-tov-meals/ To sponsor an episode of Kol Deracheha...

  34. Candle-lighting II: When and How

    At what time do we light candles? How does this relate to accepting Shabbat? What is the optimal procedure for lighting? Transcript and sources available here: https://www.deracheha.org/candle-lighting-2/ To sponsor an episode of Kol Deracheha email [email protected]

  35. Candle-Lighting I: Who, What, Where

    What is the mitzva of Lighting Shabbat and Yom Tov candles? Who lights? Where? Transcript and sources available at https://www.deracheha.org/candle-lighting-1/ To sponsor an episode of Kol Deracheha email [email protected]

  36. Bat Mitzva

    In this episode we discuss the halachic significance of bat mitzva and how should it be observed or celebrated. Full article available here: https://www.deracheha.org/bat-mitzva/

  37. Chinuch

    In this episode we discuss what is chinuch for mitzvot, who is obligated, and at what stage. Dedicated by Sarah Kenigsberg Le-ilui Nishmat Chaya Miriam Bat Kasriel. Full article available here: https://www.deracheha.org/chinuch/

  38. Behind the Scenes: Talking about Chinuch with Ora & Laurie

    In this episode, we discuss our personal inspirations and approaches to chinuch for our children. Article on Chinuch available here: https://www.deracheha.org/chinuch/

  39. Mechitza III: Separation in Society

    In this episode we discuss when we need a mechitza or gender separation outside of prayer. To read all the sources mentioned in this episode, click here: https://www.deracheha.org/mechitza-3-separation-in-society/

  40. Mechitza II: Structure

    In this episode we discuss the structural requirements for a mechitza and whether the ezrat nashim's structure has a halachic effect on prayers said within it. Find all the sources discussed in this episode on our website here: https://www.deracheha.org/mechitza-2-structure/

  41. Mechitza I: Purpose

    In this episode we discuss the purpose of mechitza and why gender separation is a part of prayer. This episode is dedicated in honor of Ilana Abramson's birthday by her daughter, Raphaela. Full article available here: https://www.deracheha.org/mechitza-1-purpose/

  42. Megilla Reading II: Quorum and Reading for Others

    In part 2 of our megilla reading podcast we discuss who constitutes a quorum for megilla reading, and whether women may read for herself and others. Read all the sources here: https://www.deracheha.org/megilla-reading/

  43. Megilla Reading I: The Mitzva and Brachot

    In this episode we discuss the nature of women's obligation in megilla reading and the brachot recited. Part 2 will discuss who constitutes a quorum for megilla reading, and who a woman may read for. Read more in our article here: https://www.deracheha.org/megilla-reading/

  44. Women and Tefilla Be-tzibbur

    In this episode we dicuss women and tefilla be-tzibbur. Specifically, what is the nature of communal prayer? What is the role of Shaliach Tzibbur, and who can fill it? What is the significance of women's participation? Click here for the full article: https://www.deracheha.org/tefilla-be-tzibbur/...

  45. Women and Minyan

    In this episode we address some fundamental questions about minyan. What is a minyan and what is it for? Who does and doesn't count toward a minyan, and why? To read all the sources mentions in this podcast, head to https://www.deracheha.org/minyan/

  46. Behind the Scenes: Menstruation and Shabbat

    In this short episode, Rachel goes behind the scenes with Laurie to discuss Deracheha's most recent article on menstruation and Shabbat. Learn what made writing this article so challenging, what surprised Laurie as she was writing it, and what's next on Deracheha's to-do list. To read the…

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  47. Learning about Sigd with Brhan Worku

    Deracheha's Rachel Weber Leshaw spoke to Brhan Worku about the Ethiopian Jewish holiday of Sigd. Brhan talked about the meaning of Sigd, her family's journey from Ethiopia, cultural differences between Ethiopian and Israeli society, and whether non-Ethiopian Jews should celebrate Sigd too.…

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  48. Erev Yom Kippur

    What are the the mitzvot and customs of Erev Yom Kippur? Why are they significant? How do they apply to women? Full article here: www.deracheha.org/erev-yom-kippur/ Tefilla Zakah adapted for women here: https://www.kipa.co.il/userFiles/zaka_yomKipur.pdf

  49. Selichot

    In this espisode we discuss Selicht - what are Selichot? Are women obligated to recite them? Do they require a minyan? Read the full article here: https://www.deracheha.org/selichot/ Rav Ezra Bick's commentary on the Yud Gimmel Middot…

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  50. Dress IV: Keli Gever

    In this episode we address the halacha of keli gever - what is a man's article, a keli gever? What is the prohibition of a woman's wearing one? How does intent affect this halacha? Read the full article here: https://www.deracheha.org/dress-4-keli-gever/

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Welcome to Kol Deracheha, a podcast about women and mitzvot, from deracheha.org, a Yeshivat Har Etzion Initiative. Our name comes from the pasuk in Mishlei 3:10, which says "be-chol derachecha da'ehu." "In all your ways, know God." We've changed that to Kol Deracheha, which means "all her ways," and also "the voice of Deracheha."Our goal is that Kol Deracheha will inspire you wherever you walk on the pathways of Torah.Season 1 of Kol Deracheha is dedicated in memory of Mrs. Anita Hirsch Silverman, Yehudit Raizel bat Eliezer v'Esther, zichrona livracha.

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