A Philosophy of Jewish Masculinity One I
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Jewish tradition offers a distinct vision of masculinity that transforms aggressive male drives into community-building forces through religious practice and family obligation. Within contemporary feminist discourse, this model warrants philosophical examination through four key lenses: creative survival of the Jewish people, family as a core institution, separate but equal gender roles, and the symbolic power of religious ritual. Through textual analysis and religious interpretation, specific practices like tefilin, minyan, and Torah service emerge as symbolic mechanisms redirecting male energy toward domesticity and spiritual development. Jewish law notably mandates marriage and procreation for men while remaining silent on such obligations for women, suggesting an ancient recognition of gender differences in relationship-seeking behavior. The rabbinical role serves as a masculine archetype emphasizing study, charity, and family responsibility over professional achievement. Religious rituals thus function as psychological and spiritual support mechanisms in a systematic transformation of traditional male aggression into activities that sustain community life.

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Published 1979
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Richard Yellin