“Forced marriage” and coercive sex are terms that most believe have no relevance to Judaism. Nevertheless, in communities where marriages are typically arranged by parents and matchmakers, does the couple truly have the freedom to reject the match? And even in modern Orthodox circles, do young men and women sometimes feel pressured to marry when they aren’t sure about the partner, aren’t ready for marriage, or are uncertain of their sexual orientation? How do young people know that they are ready for marriage, and what barriers might impede informed consent? Join Talli Rosenbaum and Rabbi Scott Kahn here in a discussion about this controversial topic.
Talli Yehuda Rosenbaum, MSc
Individual and Couples Therapist
Certified Sex Therapist and Supervisor
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טלי יהודה רוזנבאום
מטפלת מינית מוסמכת -איט״ם
מטפלת זוגית ופרטנית
www.tallirosenbaum.com
Co-author: I Am For My Beloved: A Guide to Enhanced Intimacy for Married Couples
Co-host of the popular podcast Intimate Judaism