We discuss some theological and historical reasonings for Jewish bias toward piercings and tattoos.

Two Main Points:

* If your Purim costume involves a nose ring, there’s no official right/wrong way to wear it.

* Don’t be the person who eats a BLT and judges someone else’s tattoos in the name of Jewish law.

Recorded 1/27/25.

Music: “Shir Shir (A Sing Song)” by Maurice Perez | 2002 | www.israelidances.com

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