“…an innovative look at the relevant and challenging issue of the male/female dynamic. Kosman addresses the tension between feminist thought and traditional Judaism in a startling and insightful way…An excellent contribution to an ongoing discussion.”
—Dalit Stauber, Former Director General, Israeli Ministry of Education
“…an intriguing examination of the change in status of women in the modern world… Thought provoking and insightful…based on a fascinating array of sources.”
—Aaron Kirschenbaum, Professor Emeritus, Interdisciplinary Center, Herzliya, Israel
“In this timely and provocative book, Miriam Kosman views the relationship between man and woman as a metaphor through which to explore the much larger existential issues with which modernity—and especially postmodernity—struggles….Even if you don’t agree with all her conclusions, [this book]…provides a fascinating read.”
—Dr. Ravit Raufman, Humanities Department, Haifa University
“Miriam Kosman’s book is another important testimony to the awareness of femininity in contemporary religious discourse…. Kosman challenges both classic apologetics…as well as certain streams of feminist thought which refuse to entertain any type of essentialism…. Even if I don’t agree with all her arguments…. I see her book as an important contribution….”
—Dr. Ronit Ir-shai, The Gender Studies Program, Bar Ilan University, Shalom Hartman Institute
“Something gnaws at me as we try to explain the differences between men and women in Judaism…. Just accepting the differences leaves us empty in an ever-evolving world of woman’s achievements… Yet how to relate to the idea that a G-d-centered religion should need reformation—as if G-d did not anticipate the twenty-first century? … Miriam Kosman breaks new ground by setting the dynamic between men and woman into a much broader philosophical framework… women’s advancement is seen as part of the Divine plan to bring the world to perfection…Intriguing synthesis between modern woman’s concerns and traditional sources… A must read for all men (and women).”
— Janet Pahima, Partner in International Mergers & Acquisitions Department, Herzog, Fox & Neeman, Tel Aviv