The full name YHWSWA is transliterated in the LXX as "IHSOU". What grammatical rule or rules render the (first) waw silent that would cause a phonetic omission in a transliteration? George george_is@yahoo.com

In the Jewish faith, what happens to the soul after death? Is it different for a baby?

I've been hearing alot about the kabbalah. Can non jews study, and is it true that you have to be over 40 to begin?

During Fashion Week I noticed that many designers were incorporating the lessons of ancient Jewish mysticism (Kaballah, &c) into their current work. I did not know whether to consider this a blessing or an act of supreme displeasure. Should I still admire Dior and Marc Jacobs, or am I to shun them?

Is masturbation prohibited in Judaism?