What is the Orthodox view of the role of women in Judaism?
The role of women in Orthodox Jewish life, like the role of men, is a complex and dynamic product of the myriad components of life. In Orthodox Jewish thought, religious observance encompasses a broad spectrum of areas including but not limited to observance of the Sabbath and dietary laws, contemplation, social interaction, personal development, business practice and charity. The role of the Jewish woman involves all of these areas as well as many others. These general components of the role of the Jewish woman are constant throughout history. However, the particular manifestations of these components differ from era to era and person to person. Jewish law does not regulate every detail of life, but provides a basic structure within which each person may express their own personality. Throughout the centuries, the occupations of wife and mother have been primary vehicles of religious expression and duty for Jewish women. Indeed, throughout history, the vast majority of women of all cu
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