The 2026 Irene and Julius Horowitz z’l Bioethics and Halakha Series will take place on March 12 from 1:30-5:00 pm ET.
Schedule:
1:30-3:45 PM, Does Halakha Recognize Personal Autonomy in End-of-Life Care
Dr. Kenneth Prager in conversation with Rabbi Jeff Fox, Rosh HaYeshiva
In this session, we will explore:
- the implications of aiding the dying process vs. withholding treatment
- where Jewish and secular law align and where do they clash
- contemporary MAID laws compared with Halakhic sources.
4:00-5:00 PM, Halakhic Healthcare Directive Workshop, Bassie Taubes, RN, Certified Oncology & Breast Care Nurse
Explore practical tools for end-of-life planning.
In-person and on Zoom. Registration required.
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