Orthodox Judaism generally prohibits men from using condoms due to the prohibition against "wasting seed," but there are significant exceptions, primarily for protecting life or health (like preventing STDs, including HIV, or life-threatening pregnancies) or for temporary use in specific situations, with leniency increasing in Modern Orthodoxy for health/emotional reasons, while women often use non-barrier methods like the pill or IUD, with rabbinic guidance crucial for all decisions.

Do orthodox Jews use condoms?

Because the commandant for this duty rests on the man, any form of male contraception or sterilization is prohibited by Traditional Jewish Law. However, liberal figures and authorities encourage male contraception when the use of contraception is important for the safety and health of the man and his partner.

Are condoms allowed orthodox?

The use of condoms is allowed. This is different from what is written in Genesis 38:6-10. The Church allows a few specific contraceptives, which do not interfere with a fertilized egg, for the purpose of family planning, not for planning to not have a family at all.

Can orthodox Jews touch their wives after birth?

after an Orthodox Jewish woman gives birth. her and her husband will not touch each other.

What is not allowed in orthodox Judaism?

Men do not shake hands with women. Orthodox Jews follow the laws of the Torah and only eat Kosher foods. They may eat any animal with cloven hooves and chews its cud, so cattle, sheep, goats, deer and bison are kosher. Pork and shellfish are forbidden but fish with fins and scales are allowed.

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Can Orthodox Jews eat McDonald's?

To be VERY clear, most @mcdonalds in the world are not kosher but in Israel, there are many that are (always look for the kosher certification because not all Mcdonald's in Israel are kosher!) and there's also one in Buenos Aires!

Do Orthodox Jews consider homosexuality a sin?

Orthodox policies related to LGBTQ+ inclusion is grounded in the Torah and subsequent rabbinic teachings, which prohibit sexual relationships between individuals of same gender, and base gender roles on birth biology. Sex between men and particularly anal intercourse is deemed a violation of biblical weight.

Can Jews kiss before marriage?

Not all Jews follow the shomer negiah when dating, but for those who do, it means avoiding all types of physical touch before marriage. No touching or physical contact at all, including hand-holding, hugging, or kissing before marriage.

Is a vasectomy allowed in Judaism?

The halachic perspective on elective vasectomy is unequivocally prohibitive. Based on halachic literature and consultations with contemporary poskim, performing an elective vasectomy, whether on a Jew or a non-Jew, is not permissible within the bounds of Halacha.

Is the pull-out method a sin in Christianity?

The Catholic Church's teaching on the regulation of births makes it clear that the withdrawal method (coitus interruptus) is a sin. Pope Paul VI's landmark encyclical letter, Humanae Vitae (On Human Life, 1968), reaffirmed the Church's perennial teaching that contraception is an intrinsic evil.

Can a woman go to church during menstruation orthodox?

Yes, we can enter the Church and go to Divine Services. We do not receive the Holy Eucharist or venerate icons though. Holy Communion is an unbloody sacrifice. Two Canons of the Church state that we should not receive during this time; one states that we can enter the Church but not receive.

What religions don't use condoms?

The Roman Catholic church forbids contraceptive use because it is a sin against nature. Some Protestant denominations have allowed contraceptive use. Islamic law states that children are gifts from Allah.

Why do orthodox Jews carry plastic bags?

To еnsurе thеy havе accеss to koshеr food at all timеs, carrying a plastic bag allows them to carry their own utensils, containеrs, or packaged kosher food items when eating outsidе of their homes.

Can non-Jews join J-Date?

Members do not have to be Jewish and the service has also attracted non-Jews seeking Jewish mates. Members can mark their Jewish affiliation on their profile. Celebrities who are or have been Jdate members include Steve Rothman, Brad Sherman, Jesse McCartney, and Dan Markel.

What are forbidden marriages in Judaism?

A Man May Not Marry:

The daughter of an adulterous or incestuous union (mamzeret). 3. A married woman, until the civil and Jewish divorces have been completed. 4. His own divorced wife after her remarriage to another man and the latter's death or divorce.

Can orthodox Jews use toilet paper on Shabbat?

So, it's not that we're not allowed to use toilet paper. We're not allowed to tear it. So, what people do is they will pre tear the toilet paper before Shabbos or cut it or Some people will use tissues. But be careful when using tissues, there's a marking on the box that says not to dispose of it in a toilet.

Do orthodox Jews sleep in separate beds?

The couple must separate their beds physically. Of course, the latter can only be done if the couple has separate beds to begin with. Of course, a couple need not sleep in separate beds all the time; for much of the month they can share a bed.

Can a wife refuse intimacy in Judaism?

The cases of the married woman refusing sexual relations and the yevamah refusing yibbum demonstrate that the legal concept of a married woman includes the idea that she has given ongoing and permanent consent to sexual relations and that refusal thus constitutes rebellion.

Is Chick-fil-A kosher in the US?

🥤 Unfortunately, Chick-fil-a is not a #kosher restaurant (but it couuuuld be! 🙏🏻) , BUT Diet Coke is universally kosher (G-d bless), and as a Diet Coke connoisseur, I've dubbed it the best. McDonald's close behind. Ask your local Orthodox rabbi about getting DC from non-kosher restaurants.

Can orthodox Jews eat pizza?

One final (and big) difference about kosher pizza, is that meat and dairy products are not allowed to be mixed (or eaten) together. Therefore, kosher pizza restaurants are not allowed to use real Pepperoni, Chicken, etc. as a topping, and typically go with a soy/tofu alternative.

Do orthodox Jews eat eggs?

I'm an Orthodox Jew and I share what my life is like and as an Orthodox Jew, I am not allowed to eat meat and dairy products together. So, what are eggs considered? Eggs are not considered meat or dairy. They're considered parve and can be eaten with either dish.

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