Tzniut ("modesty" in dress & behavior)

Why does Judaism tell women to keep their bodies covered? Is there something shameful or evil about a woman's body?

Question: I've been told that part of being an observant Jewish woman means dressing modestly. I'm very confused, however, about the standards of modesty and how they come to be established. I don't see much in the Torah about this. What does dressing ...

As G‑d’s children, we must act and look the part, conducting ourselves with dignity and modesty.

The classical interpretation is that Leah and Dinah’s behavior is being condemned as unbecoming the Jewish woman’s virtue of “innerness.” But a careful analysis of the source texts shows the very opposite to be the case . . .

Why do very religious men wear long black garments only, even in summertime? I mean, doesn't it get sort of hot?

Did anyone notice how, though they sat on separate chairs not touching, they sat as close as two people could without touching?

I have always loved to sing, especially Jewish prayers, and I'd love to lead the singing of the Friday night prayers at my synagogue....

Why do men and women sit separately at traditional Jewish services?

Our Parshah ends with a curious commandment: not to embarrass stones