The Impact of Medical Advances on the Laws of Levirate Marriage (51:26)

In this lecture, we trace the laws of levirate marriage (yibum) from biblical times through the story of Henry VIII, leading into the 21st century, where fascinating new medical technologies present new challenges to this ancient law. This lecture was delivered at the 13th annual National Jewish Retreat. For more information and to register for the next retreat, visit: Jretreat

Rabbi Dr. Edward Reichman (51)