Tzniut in Shidduchim: Beyond the Length of a Skirt
Why modesty in shidduchim is first of all about speech, questions, and privacy
Modesty in the shidduch process is not only a matter of external dress standards. Above all, it is modesty in speech, conduct, and the handling of personal information.
What does tzniut include in shidduchim?
Less publicity means more protection. The fewer people who know about ongoing dates in the early stages, the less confusion from outside opinions and the lower the risk of ayin hara.
Humiliating questions are out of bounds. Questions such as a girl’s dress size are intrusive and violate the spirit of Jewish modesty. If appearance is discussed at all, it should be in broad and respectful terms.
Photos are a controversial tool. Demanding a photograph before a meeting can diminish dignity and reduce the process to superficial filtering.
The lesson of the second tablets. The Rebbe reminded people that what is given quietly and modestly often lasts longer than what arrives with noise and display.
The deeper meaning. The true beauty of a Jewish home is built on inner holiness and the ability to keep what is private truly private.
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