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Scholarly periodicals; Jewish women; Ultra-Orthodox Jews; Expulsion of the Jews, Spain, 1492; Social conditions of women

The article offers information on various articles published in the periodical "Nashim: A Journal of Jewish Women's Studies & Gender Issues." The articles are centered around the theme of Jewish women in the economy. One article discusses the portrayal of Jewish women as providers for their families following the expulsion from Spain during the late 15th century. Another article examines Israel's ultra-Orthodox culture and the roles of both men and women within the public sphere.