In last week’s essay, we discussed the following question: Drawing blood for laboratory tests is one of the most common medical procedures. Usually, after the minimum required amount has been collected, blood often...
Category - Genetics
Rabbi Yosef Sprung
Proving Paternity – Part 2
Last week, we began our discussion of the reliability of paternity testing in Halachic matters. We examined various sources, but none provided a definitive conclusion. This week’s essay will move directly to the...
Proving Paternity – Part 1
Identifying a person’s father and mother is of great significance in Halacha. A father is obligated to provide for his children; a child is commanded to honor both parents; and after the parents’ passing, the...
Rabbi Yossi Sprung
