The Torah prohibits cutting oneself, whether in anguish over a death, or for idolatrous purposes. Are the laws applying to both scenarios the same? And how is this related to the seemingly dissimilar law that forbids multiple courts from operating in the same city?

What does the prohibition of tattooing entail? Does the Torah prohibition include all writing on skin, or only permanent tattooing? What is the reason for this law?

What does the prohibition of tattooing entail? Does the Torah prohibition include all writing on skin, or only permanent tattooing? What is the reason for this law?

What does the prohibition of tattooing entail? Does the Torah prohibition include all writing on skin, or only permanent tattooing? What is the reason for this law?

What is included in the Torah and Rabbinic prohibitions of cross-dressing?

What is included in the Torah and Rabbinic prohibitions of cross-dressing?

What is included in the Torah and Rabbinic prohibitions of cross-dressing?

What is the exact prohibition of shaving according to the Rambam? To whom does it apply, and what parts of the face are not included in this prohibition?

What is the exact prohibition of shaving according to the Rambam? To whom does it apply, and what parts of the face are not included in this prohibition?

What is the exact prohibition of shaving according to the Rambam? To whom does it apply, and what parts of the face are not included in this prohibition?