Is the idea of immersion in the mikveh one of the most beautiful rituals in Judaism, or one of the most sexist remnants of an antiquated view of women?!? Is there any middle ground between these two? Come learn the history of mikveh, read texts about its use, and hear the personal stories of both of us – Orthodox and Reform – as we have encountered the ritual of mikveh. Together we'll explore this ancient tradition, why it has endured, and what it can mean in contemporary times.
