The Other Half of Klal Yisroel’s Relationship to Torah

Observations regarding the license for a woman to learn Torah.  Derech eretz conduct versus the agenda of excellence in Torah. The support structure forTorah that Klal Yisroel is meant to provide.  The story of Bilam and its illumination of Hashem’s ongoing behind the scenes relationship with us.  The ideal of tsnius. Observations regarding the model of Devorah HaNeviah. Insights into the profound vision and role of Rochel, the wife of Rebbe Akiva. Accounts from the Acharonim of women great in Torah and great in supportingTorah.

Citations: This shiur cites Teshuvas Maharil Siman 199, Introduction to SeferChavos Yair, and Introduction to Sefer Nefesh Chayah.