Foundations of Pru Urvu with Ita Broh

Part 1 of Pru Urvu: Torah Perspectives on Women’s Fertility

In this first episode of our Pru Urvu podcast series, Ita Broh lays out the foundational sources behind the mitzvah Pru Urvu and how it relates to women. She explores:

• What are the sources in the Torah for the mitzvah of having children? What are the specific guidelines for the mitzvah? 
• What reasons are given for the mitzvah and why is it considered such an important value in Yiddishkeit?
• Are women obligated in this mitzvah?  Why or why not? 
• Is their role in the fulfillment of the mitzvah different from men and if so, how?

This episode lays the groundwork for the discussion in all future episodes in this series.