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Intermarriage and the American Jewish Community

Once taboo, "marrying out" is now commonplace and — outside Orthodoxy — widely accepted.

The Messianic Concept in Reform Judaism

The Reform Movement's changing conception of the Messiah.

Kaddish: Denominational Differences

The Jewish denominations choreograph the Mourner's Kaddish in different ways.

Alternative Ketubah Texts

Couples can often choose a ketubah text that reflects their values and goals.

Isaac Harby

Isaac Harby petitioned his synagogue for changes in the Shabbat service, introducing a spirit of reform in American Judaism.

Shabbat as Social Reform

Rabbis and Jews argued for a five-day work week in order to be able to observe Shabbat.

Reform Rabbis Debate Women’s Ordination

Today in Jewish History: June 30, 1922

Types of Jews

The many ethnic and religious subgroups within the Jewish community.

Who Is a Jew: Patrilineal Descent

When Dad is Jewish and Mom is not, are the kids Jewish? Depends on who you ask.

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