Negiah (Hebrew: נגיעה), In english: "touch", is the concept in Jewish law that forbids or restricts sensual physical contact with a member of the opposite sex except for one's spouse, outside …

While the words “shomer negiah” literally mean “observant of touch,” the term refers to someone who refrains from physical contact with members of the opposite sex. Originally known in texts …

2025年3月23日 · Shomer negiah is a Hebrew term that refers to people who observe the Jewish law that prohibits all physical contact between members of the opposite sex, with the …

“I just don’t touch them. I’m what we call shomer negiah —which means I follow the rules that forbid touching men or boys not in my family.” “I never even heard of that!” Tracy answered. …

2019年2月24日 · Literally, the term shomer negiah means "observant of touch." In practice, the terminology refers to someone who refrains from physical contact with individuals of the …

2024年3月28日 · It is forbidden to affectionately touch individuals of the opposite gender. [1] It is forbidden for one to initiate a handshake with the opposite gender. [2] [3] It is still forbidden to …

Shulchan Aruch forbids many types of interactions such as winks and gestures, but touching without intention of affect is not one of them.

2015年1月25日 · Different crowds use "I'm shomer negiah" to mean two very different things: A.) I follow the strictest reading of the law and avoid any touching whatsoever. B.) I keep the law …

2024年1月17日 · Shomer Negiah, meaning “observing touch,” is a Jewish practice that restricts physical contact between members of the opposite gender who are not married or closely …

2024年2月12日 · Shomer negiah is a concept within Judaism that translates to "observant of touch." It refers to the practice of avoiding physical contact with members of the opposite sex …