Tzniut (Hebrew: צְנִיעוּת ṣənī‘ūt, Sephardi: seni‘ut, Ashkenazi: tznius; "modesty" or "privacy"; Yiddish: באשיידנקייט basheydnkeyt) describes the character trait of modesty and discretion, as well as a group of Jewish laws pertaining to conduct. The concept is …

“Walk modestly with your G‑d ”— Micah 6:8. A staple of Jewish life is tznius or tzniut (צְנִיעוּת), modesty. In the way we walk down the street, in the way we interact with others, and in the way we dress. As G‑d ’s children, we must act and look …

Tzniut means discreet habits, quiet speech, and affections privately expressed, and infers the avoidance of grossness, boisterous laughter, raucous behavior, even “loud” ornaments. This is not merely a series of behavioral niceties, a sort of Bible’s guide to …

Reclaiming Dignity - A Guide to Tzniut for Men and Women, by Bracha Poliakoff and Rabbi Anthony Manning, will transform the way that we understand and teach tzniut, helping us to relate to this challenging mitzvah in a nuanced and positive way.

with tzniut suggests both modesty and humility, since both terms derived from the same Hebrew root ( ע - נ-צ , tz-n-’a). The root tz-n-’a is found only once more in the Bible: “wisdom is with …

Reclaiming Dignity is a comprehensive guide to the Jewish value of tzniut, or modesty, exploring its halachic and cultural significance for both men and women. Part I features a diverse anthology of personal essays by leading educators and influencers, while Part II offers a source-based explanation of the halachot surrounding tzniut.

Tzniut, or Tznius, is the concept of modesty in speech and dress. Below is a selection of article from Institute Director, Rabbi Marc Angel, and guest contributor Lily Chapnik examining contemporary Modern Orthodox practice in regards to standards of modesty.

May 5, 2024 · With hashkafic and halachic explorations that untangle the threads of mitzvah, middah, halachah, and cultural practice, Reclaiming Dignity highlights the universal relevance of tzniut to both men and women, evoking a sense of empowerment and …

Jul 10, 2011 · After consultation with and blessings of prominent Rabbanim, we will now begin learning the Halachos of Tzniyus [mainly] as they pertain to Jewish men. The great Gaon and …

Apr 18, 2023 · With hashkafic and halachic explorations that untangle the threads of mitzvah, middah, halachah, and cultural practice, Reclaiming Dignity highlights the universal relevance of tzniut to both men and women, evoking a sense of empowerment and …