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I am writing on behalf of a friend who has found herself in the following predicament. She is an Orthodox halachically-committed 28-year-old who was with
To Whom It May Concern:
I am currently a 4th year medical student and I was recently thinking about taking a class on Acupressure and possibly even Acupuncture. Being that these methods have their roots in ancient Taoist traditions (with Polytheistic foundations), would it be forbidden to learn such methods as a Jew? If so, would it even be forbidden for a Jew to have such techniques performed on themselves as it may be a form of benefit from Avoda Zara?
Thank you,
Jahan
The Acupressure & Acupuncture are considered as an effective medical methods for some indicetions, so their use is allowed.
It is also allowed to study these methods, as long as your own study doesn't include Avoda Zarah studies.
I am writing on behalf of a friend who has found herself in the following predicament. She is an Orthodox halachically-committed 28-year-old who was with
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