Tag: Religious Belief

In his book "The People, The Torah, The God: A Neo-Traditional Jewish Theology," Yehuda Gellman presents a neo-traditional theology that explores the concepts of Jewish chosenness, the divine origin of the Torah, and the existence of evil in the world.
The author reflects on the recent rise of antisemitism and the call among some Jews to arm themselves for self-defense.
In this article, Professor Tamar Ross clarifies her theology of revelation in response to criticism from other scholars.
In this episode of the 18Forty Podcast, Rabbi Shalom Carmy discusses how he grounds his faith, exploring the anthropological, covenantal, and experiential bases for religious belief.
In this episode of the 18Forty Podcast, Rabbi Shalom Carmy, a philosophy and Jewish studies professor at Yeshiva University, discusses the foundations of his faith.
Dr. David Pelcovitz, an expert in parenting and child psychology, discusses the traits of mentally healthy children, emphasizing the importance of emotional regulation and strong connections.
The article delves into the response of the Haredi, or ultra-Orthodox, Jewish community to the COVID-19 pandemic, exploring how their reliance on religious beliefs intersected with scientific knowledge.
The text delves into the concept of the "Myth of Chosenness" in Judaism, exploring how the idea of Jews being chosen by God has been perceived and internalized by individuals.
Sam Fleischacker, a philosophy professor, explores the relevance of sacred texts for modern, rational individuals in his book "The Good and the Good Book."
Following the 9/11 attacks, Graydon Carter's statement about the "end of the age of irony" prompted reflection on the clash between fanaticism and intellectual defense.