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Jews and Non-Jews: Interfaith Relations

Interfaith relationships between Jews and non-Jews is a hard-hitting issue that affects the entire Jewish world.

Different Perspectives on the Authorship of the Torah

Literary, historical, and theological perspectives on whether the Torah is divine, human, or something in between

Intention & Liturgical Change

Liturgy, Tradition, and Change

The Parameters of Abortion in Judaism

Abortions are sometimes permitted when the pregnant woman is at risk.

Gene Therapy and Genetic Engineering in Judaism

Using genetic technology for therapeutic purposes is acceptable, but many related issues have yet to be addressed.

Halakhic Questions about Organ Transplants

What are the Jewish legal issues with organ transplantation?

The Beginning of Life in Judaism

According to Jewish law, human life begins at birth, not conception.

Why Do Jews Study Talmud?

On the various motivations and interests which brought Jews into a cross-generational conversation called Talmud.

Contemporary Issues in Lifecycle Ritual

Contemporary feminism has been, arguably, the primary influence upon the recent flourishing of new rituals and the transformation of older ones. On the other hand, for traditionalist Jews, the development of new approaches to ritual can be highly problema

Dealing With Troubling Texts

Troubling Jewish Texts. What Makes a Text Jewish. What are Jewish Texts. About Jewish Texts. Jewish Texts. People of the Book.

Jewish Texts 101

Why Jews are the people of many books.

Jewish Bioethics 101

The relationship between Jewish law, Jewish ethics, and the ethical principles of general society are navigated differently by different Jewish authorities. However, there is one principle that can be singled out for its prominence in Jewish bioethical di

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