Garry Gross The Woman In The Child Better (2025)

Central to Gross’s argument is the necessity of expanding Jewish theology to acknowledge women’s multifaceted identities. He contends that the “woman in the child” metaphor can be subverted to celebrate women as both educators and autonomous individuals. Contemporary Jewish feminists, such as Judith Plaskow and Rachel Adler, echo this sentiment by advocating for rituals and practices that honor women’s experiences beyond motherhood. Gross urges the Jewish community to embrace these interpretations, fostering a tradition where women are not confined to maternal archetypes but are recognized as equal participants in shaping theological and communal life.