Tag: Liberal Judaism

The text highlights how liberal American Jews have overlooked the mainstream presence of anti-Zionism within progressive circles, particularly on college campuses like Students for Justice in Palestine (SJP), which merges diverse leftist ideologies.
Hebrew Union College's decision to admit intermarried rabbis marks a significant step towards inclusivity, addressing the discrimination faced by interfaith couples and expanding the pool of eligible students amid decreasing enrollment.
Delphine Horvilleur, the rabbi of Synagogue Beaugrenelle in Paris, France, and a prominent figure in liberal Judaism, has authored a book titled "Living with Our Dead."
Reform and Liberal Judaism are considering joining forces to create a unified Progressive entity, rooted in the desire to modernize and adapt Jewish practices to contemporary beliefs and values.
Rabbi Dr. David Ellenson, who recently passed away, had a profound impact on the Jewish community.
In this book review, the author discusses Michael A. Meyer's biography of Rabbi Leo Baeck, a prominent figure in German Jewish culture.
The Neue Synagogue in Berlin, built in 1866, was a symbol of Jewish inclusion and emancipation in Germany.
The American Orthodox Jewish community has shown a surprising shift in attitudes towards liberal Jewish denominations in recent years, potentially due to the financial benefits and reduced competition perceived by some Orthodox leaders.
The text discusses the significance of the Kotel compromise, a historic agreement reached after intense negotiations between Orthodox, Reform, and Conservative Jewish representatives.