judaism
Gershom of Mayyence
German legal authority created famous ban against divorcing a wife against her will.
Rabbi Abraham Geiger
Reform rabbi fought for movement's recognition as part of Jewish tradition.
Are Jews Allowed to Gamble?
In Jewish tradition, gambling is frowned upon, but not prohibited.
Not Ours To Discard
Though the book of Leviticus--and other global systems--may seem antiquated, but we cannot just strike them from the record.
The Pending Guilt Offering and the Global Climate
We must take responsibility for our actions even in absence of conclusive proof we have done something wrong.
The Changing Face of the Rabbinate
Exclusively the territory of young men for so long, rabbinical schools today in the non-Orthodox movements are welcoming women and gay students.
Jewish Fundamentalism
Belief that the Bible, as interpreted by rabbinic tradition, is infallible.