This lesson for 4th-12th graders looks at how to apply mitzvot to contemporary life. It examines how Responsa shaped mitzvot and Jewish law so it evolved through time. This is a loosely structured lesson plan that can be tailored to different groups based on age, access to technology, and time allotted.

If you’re new to teaching LGBT content in a Jewish context, it might be helpful to review Guidelines for Introducing LGBT Content into the Jewish Classroom.