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Rabbi David Yosef Clarifies Remarks After Two Days
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100% right-leaningFirst reported by Srugim · 1 day ago
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What happened
Rabbi David Yosef’s office said Thursday that his comments about women immersing without a balanit were taken out of context. It said his criticism was aimed at a small group challenging halachic rulings, while all women should be treated respectfully and gently.
- 01Yosef’s office said his remarks were distorted and did not show his full intent.
- 02The criticism was directed at a small group challenging halachic rulings.
- 03The office said women must be received with respect, love, and a pleasant manner.
- 04It said the objection was to immersion without a balanit and court-backed challenges to halacha.
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