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Toward a Theology of Divorce

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Jewish tradition offers a radical reframing of divorce - not as a legal dissolution but as an act of covenantal love enabling authentic relationships. Drawing from rabbinical literature, biblical texts, and Talmudic discussions, particularly Samuel of Shinav's *Ramataim Zofim*, this investigation reveals how divorce functions within Judaism's covenant-centered worldview. Historical analysis demonstrates that while traditional Jewish law made divorce legally accessible, it remained statistically rare and preserved family stability, contrasting sharply with contemporary patterns. Through careful examination of medieval Jewish attitudes and nineteenth-century Hasidic commentary, a theological framework emerges where both marriage and divorce express covenantal commitment rather than mere personal desire. This understanding carries significant implications for modern Judaism, suggesting that Jewish courts must maintain jurisdiction over divorce as essential covenantal witnesses - a position that challenges Reform Judaism's delegation to secular authorities. As divorce rates rise within Jewish communities, recovering this covenantal theology of divorce becomes crucial for preserving communal integrity while providing ethical guidance for contemporary Jewish life.

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    Published 1969

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    Monford Harris