Rabbis Without Borders
Rabbis Without Borders is a dynamic forum for exploring contemporary issues in the Jewish world and beyond. Written by rabbis of different denominations, viewpoints, and parts of the country, Rabbis Without Borders is a project of Clal – The National Jewish Center for Learning and Leadership.
The Healing of Spirit
“It’s not serious,” the doctor tells me. “In fact, it’s fairly common. One week on antibiotics will knock this right out ...
A Different Reality
I was sitting with a member of the Palestinian Liberation Organization’s Committee for Interaction with Israeli Society, Dr. Fathi Darwish, ...
Adult Circumcision: Not Required
I have been working with a married couple towards conversion. They have completed their learning, their years of living Jewishly, ...
IF We Build This World In Love
This week’s Torah portion, Tzav, ends with a ceremony consecrating the first Israelite priests, Aaron and his sons. The blood ...
The Unsung Heroes of the Synagogue
Like many who grew up in a synagogue, I can probably say that I had more opportunities to hang out with the ...
Standing Up For Our Principles, Not Demagoguery
Last week I had a nasty bout of stomach flu. One of those batten down the hatches, no food for ...
Remember Canada, Don’t Forget
If the wrong candidate wins, you’re moving to Canada.Canada: land of safe haven for refugees, universal health care, hate speech laws, ...
“If One’s Means Do Not Suffice”: Confronting the High Price of Doing Jewish
Judaism and justice go hand in hand. The Jewish value of tzedakah (charity, from the Hebrew word for “justice”) underscores that ...
How Subversive Will You Be This Purim?
Purim is, without question, one of the most outrageous, over-the-top and, some might say, offensive holidays in the Jewish tradition. ...
5 Tips for Talking to Your Child about the Election
1. Let children know that healthy debate is good. They can be curious about the opinions of others and ask ...