Orthodox Judaism
noun
: Judaism that adheres to the Torah and Talmud as interpreted in an authoritative rabbinic law code and applies their principles and regulations to modern living compare conservative judaism, reform judaism
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And Fishman’s 2022 report on Modern Orthodox Judaism urged synagogues to give singles leadership roles, committee seats and ritual honors, regardless of marital status — though whether those recommendations have taken hold remains an open question.
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Peter McGraw, The Conversation, 23 Apr. 2026
For instance, Orthodox Judaism, a branch of the religion that more strictly adheres to Jewish law, doesn’t typically allow female clergy.
—Claire Murphy, Chicago Tribune, 17 Mar. 2026
In 1991, Korf traveled to Dnipro, Ukraine on a relief mission for Chabad Lubavitch, a branch of Orthodox Judaism.
—Miami Herald, 7 Nov. 2025
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Peter McGraw, The Conversation, 23 Apr. 2026
For instance, Orthodox Judaism, a branch of the religion that more strictly adheres to Jewish law, doesn’t typically allow female clergy.
—Claire Murphy, Chicago Tribune, 17 Mar. 2026
In 1991, Korf traveled to Dnipro, Ukraine on a relief mission for Chabad Lubavitch, a branch of Orthodox Judaism.
—Miami Herald, 7 Nov. 2025
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