Teshuvot for the Nineties
Title | Teshuvot for the Nineties PDF eBook |
Author | Central Conference of American Rabbis |
Publisher | CCAR Press |
Pages | 436 |
Release | 1997 |
Genre | Religion |
ISBN | 9780881230710 |
With a blend of the old and new, traditional and modern Reform principles, Rabbis Plaut and Washofsky elucidate issues of the history and practice of Reform Jews. Topics range from synagogue matters to personal life; from guns on temple property to genome research; from private ordinations to apostasy. Topics also include the role of a humanistic congregation in the Reform Movement and the participation of Gentiles in Jewish worship. This is the latest volume in the vast collection of Reform Responsa from the CCAR.
Teshuvot for The 1990's
Title | Teshuvot for The 1990's PDF eBook |
Author | W. Gunther Plaut |
Publisher | |
Pages | |
Release | 2010 |
Genre | |
ISBN | 9780881231526 |
Abortion in Judaism
Title | Abortion in Judaism PDF eBook |
Author | Daniel Schiff |
Publisher | Cambridge University Press |
Pages | 302 |
Release | 2002-11-28 |
Genre | Religion |
ISBN | 9780521521666 |
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Re-examining Progressive Halakhah
Title | Re-examining Progressive Halakhah PDF eBook |
Author | Walter Jacob†|
Publisher | Berghahn Books |
Pages | 160 |
Release | 2002-08-01 |
Genre | Social Science |
ISBN | 1789205689 |
THE FREEHOF INSTITUTE OF PROGRESSIVE HALAKHAH The Freehof Institute of Progressive Halakhah is a creative research center devoted to studying and defming the progressive character of the halakhah in accordance with the principles and theology of Refonn Judaism. It seeks to establish the ideological basis of Progressive halakhah, and its application to daily life. The Institute fosters serious studies, and helps scholars in various parts of the world to work together for a common cause. It provides an ongoing forum through symposia and publications, including the quarterly newsletter Halakhah, published under the editorship of Walter Jacob, in the United States. Our Academic Council includes the foremost halakhic scholars in the Refonn, Liberal, and Progressive rabbinate as well as a number of Conservative and Orthodox colleagues, and university professors. This book follows the volumes: Dynamic Jewish Law, Progressive Halakhah- Essence and Application (1991), Rabbinic-Lay Relations in Jewish Law (1993), Conversion to Judaism in Jewish Law (1994), Death and Euthanasia in Jewish Law (1995), The Fetus and Fertility in Jewish Law (1995), Israel and the Diaspora in Jewish Law (1997), Aging and the Aged in Jewish Law (1998), Marriage and Its Obstacles in Jewish Law (1999), Crime and Punishment in Jewish Law (2000), and Gender Issues in Jewish Law (2001). It is part of a series whose subjects are diverse and the approaches taken by the authors are equally so. We wish to encourage wide-ranging discussions of contemporary and historic themes.
Platforms and Prayer Books
Title | Platforms and Prayer Books PDF eBook |
Author | Dana Evan Kaplan |
Publisher | Rowman & Littlefield |
Pages | 340 |
Release | 2002 |
Genre | Religion |
ISBN | 9780742515482 |
Platforms and Prayer Books is a remarkable collection of essays that illustrates the Reform Jewish theological enterprise at work. Through lively discussions on theological and liturgical topics, noted scholars and rabbis trace the evolution of Reform Judaism, presenting innovative approaches and creative interpretations. Visit our website for sample chapters!
Reform Responsa For the Twenty-First Century
Title | Reform Responsa For the Twenty-First Century PDF eBook |
Author | Mark Washofsky |
Publisher | CCAR Press |
Pages | 972 |
Release | 2019-09-04 |
Genre | Religion |
ISBN | 0881232343 |
Reform Responsa for the Twenty-First Century: Sh'eilot Ut'shuvot is the latest in an ongoing series of Reform Responsa. Drawing from the breadth of traditional and modern Jewish texts, law, and ideology, this two volumes set addresses over seventy contemporary topics, including conversion of adopted children, fertility treatments, patrilineal descent, issues of synagogue management, social justice activism, interfaith marriage and rituals of death and mourning. Published by CCAR Press, a division of the Central Conference of American Rabbis
A Life of Meaning
Title | A Life of Meaning PDF eBook |
Author | Rabbi Dana Evan Kaplan, PhD |
Publisher | CCAR Press |
Pages | 502 |
Release | 2017-11-28 |
Genre | Religion |
ISBN | 0881233145 |
Reform Judaism is constantly evolving as we continue to seek a faith that is in harmony with our beliefs and experiences. This volume offers readers a thought-provoking collection of essays by rabbis, cantors, and other scholars who differ, sometimes passionately, over religious practice, experience, and belief. Its goal is to situate Judaism in a contemporary context, and it is uniquely suited for community discussion as well as study groups.