Dangers and Delights of Digital Torah
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Nowadays, Torah educators and scholars worldwide are not only using but are actually relying on digital Torah databases to prepare their classes. However, while these databases are remarkable in terms of speed and accessibility, their use raises a variety of educational and, in some instances, ideological questions. Recently, Sefaria proudly announced the availability of a gender-neutral translation of Tanach, while other databases often ideologically limit what is available on their platforms. Given all this, in the latest edition of RZWeekly Reuven Spolter and Johnny Solomon discussed the merits and chllenges which arise from using these platforms, while concluding with a list of lesser known yet great resources available online.
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