What is the principle of af hen hayu be-oto ha-nes? When and how does it obligate women in mitzvot? Does it only apply to Chanukah, Purim and Pesach?

Read the full article here: https://www.deracheha.org/af-hen/

In this episode we discuss simchat yom tov (rejoicing on a festival). What is the nature of this mitzva? What is a woman's obligation in it?

Read the full article on our site here: https://www.deracheha.org/simchat-yom-tov/

In this episode we interview Dr. Deena Zimmerman, MD MPH IBCLC and yoetzet halacha, about nursing and fasting. We discuss what a nursing mother can expect if she fasts, how to prepare for the fast, and when a woman should consult with a halachic expert to decide whether she should fast.

Learn more here: https://www.deracheha.org/exemption-from-major-fasts/

In this episode we'll discuss who can blow shofar for whom on Rosh Hashanah, and specific issues that arise because of the difference in obligation between men and women.

To read the full article, click here: https://www.deracheha.org/blowing-shofar/

In this episode we discuss the mitzva of shofar on Rosh Hashana, whether women are obligated, and some practical issues that arise.

To read the full article on our site, click here: https://www.deracheha.org/the-mitzva-of-shofar/

In this episode we discuss the reasons we blow shofar in Elul, and whether women should make an effort to hear the shofar blown. To read the full article on our site, click here: https://www.deracheha.org/shofar-in-elul/

For more on Kol Isha (articles and podcasts) on Deracheha, click here https://www.deracheha.org/constants/#kol-isha

Learn more about our guests:

Elena Tal - https://www.elenatal.net/

Nina Tokayer (Yonina) - https://www.yoninamusic.com/

In this episode we discuss how contextual factors can affect the application of kol isha, and whether the halacha is different in a religious context.

To read the full article, click here https://www.deracheha.org/kol-isha-3-in-context/

In this episode we discuss men's and women's responsibilities with respect to kol isha, and whether a woman may freely listen to men sing, or sing herself.

To read the full article, click here: https://www.deracheha.org/kol-isha-2-mutual-responsibility/

In this episode we discuss the halachic basis for the concept of Kol Isha. How does Halacha view song in general? What is of specific concern with kol isha? When and to which type of voice does kol isha apply?

To see the sources inside, click here https://www.deracheha.org/kol-isha-1-halachic-basis/