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Judaism and Justice

Author : Sidney Schwarz

Publisher : Jewish Lights Publishing

Page : 341 pages

File Size : 29,62 MB

Release : 2008

Category : Law

ISBN : 1580233538

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The first state-of-the-art, comprehensive resource to encompass the wide breadth of the rapidly growing field of Judaism and health. For Jews, religion and medicine (and science) are not inherently in conflict, even within the Torah-observant community, but rather can be friendly partners in the pursuit of wholesome ends, such as truth, healing and the advancement of humankind. from the Introduction This authoritative volume part professional handbook, part scholarly resource and part source of practical information for laypeople melds the seemingly disparate elements of Judaism and health into a truly multidisciplinary collective, enhancing the work within each area and creating new possibilities for synergy across disciplines. It is ideal for medical and healthcare providers, rabbis, educators, academic scholars, healthcare researchers and caregivers, congregational leaders and laypeople with an interest in the most recent and most exciting developments in this new, important field."



Where Justice Dwells

Author : Jill Jacobs

Publisher : Jewish Lights Publishing

Page : 290 pages

File Size : 25,28 MB

Release : 2011

Category : Law

ISBN : 1580234534

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Jewish tradition compels us to protect the poorest, weakest and most vulnerable among us. But discerning how to make meaningful and effective change through social justice work-whether in community or on your own-is not always easy.



Jewish Ethics and Social Justice

Author : Shmuly Yanklowitz

Publisher : Derusha Publishing

Page : 0 pages

File Size : 45,94 MB

Release : 2012

Category : Jewish ethics

ISBN : 9781935104148

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We make religion irrelevant when we lock it up in the house of prayer - when we keep religion away from the streets. If we want Judaism to matter in today's world, we must respond - deeply - to society's call. The Torah is a living tradition that we need to bring to the most urgent social issues of our time. We must fully enter the public arena, recognizing that our common responsibilities transcend our particular paths. The essence of spiritual life shines at the core of all the crude and harsh realities we see every day - and when we ignore these realities, we are like blind fish completely unaware of the very water in which they swim. Jewish Ethics & Social Justice is a collection of sweeping meditations on how to make Judaism universally relevant again. Explore hot social issues - global hunger, prison reform, worker rights, and more - through the eyes of the Jewish ethical tradition. Learn about the core values of Jewish activism - discover a deeper connection to the timeless issu



Justice to the Jew

Author : Madison Clinton Peters

Publisher :

Page : 372 pages

File Size : 11,97 MB

Release : 1899

Category : Antisemitism

ISBN :

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Justice to the Jew

Author : Madison Clinton Peters

Publisher :

Page : 0 pages

File Size : 42,14 MB

Release : 1908

Category : Jews

ISBN :

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Recharging Judaism

Author : Rabbi Judith Schindler

Publisher : CCAR Press

Page : 280 pages

File Size : 41,84 MB

Release : 2017-12-04

Category : Religion

ISBN : 0881233099

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Recharging Judaism is the essential and timely guide for every synagogue and community seeking to strengthen the bonds of Jewish communal life through advocating for social justice. This volume delves into the enriching civic engagement and acts of righteousness already undertaken by Jews and Jewish communities across the country, and further explores the positive differences we can all affect upon the future of America. There are a myriad of ways in which advocating for social justice and participating in civic engagement can create lasting change. Those inspired to affect such change will find new meaning in the texts and history of our tradition. Using real examples from both small and large congregations across the country, Recharging Judaism offers a framework to guide us through our journey of civic responsibility and social duty and into a brighter future for our country.



Righteous Indignation

Author : Rabbi Or N. Rose

Publisher : Turner Publishing Company

Page : 436 pages

File Size : 19,51 MB

Release : 2013-03-20

Category : Religion

ISBN : 1580237401

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Can the teachings of Judaism provide a sacred framework for repairing the world? In this groundbreaking volume, leading rabbis, intellectuals, and activists explore the relationship between Judaism and social justice, drawing on ancient and modern sources of wisdom. The contributors argue that American Jewry must move beyond “mitzvah days” and other occasional service programs, and dedicate itself to systemic change in the United States, Israel, and throughout the world. These provocative essays concentrate on specific justice issues such as eradicating war, global warming, health care, gay rights and domestic violence, offering practical ways to transform theory into practice, and ideas into advocacy. Rich and passionate, these expressions will inspire you to consider your obligations as a Jew, as an American and as a global citizen, while challenging you to take thoughtful and effective action in the world. Contributors: Martha Ackelsberg, PhD • Rabbi Rebecca Alpert, PhD • Diane Balser, PhD • Jeremy Benstein, PhD • Rabbi Phyllis Berman • Ellen Bernstein • Marla Brettschneider, PhD • Rabbi Sharon Brous • Aryeh Cohen, PhD • Stephen P. Cohen, PhD • Rabbi Elliot N. Dorff, PhD • Aaron Dorfman • Jacob Feinspan • Rabbi Marla Feldman • Sandra M. Fox, LCSW • Julia Greenberg • Mark Hanis • Rabbi Jill Jacobs • Rabbi Jane Kanarek, PhD • Rabbi Elliot Rose Kukla • Joshua Seth Ladon • Arieh Lebowitz • Rabbi Michael Lerner, PhD • Shaul Magid, PhD • Rabbi Natan Margalit, PhD • Ruth Messinger • Jay Michaelson • Rabbi Micha Odenheimer • Rabbi Jonah Dov Pesner • Judith Plaskow, PhD • Judith Rosenbaum, PhD • April Rosenblum • Adam Rubin, PhD • Danya Ruttenberg • Rabbi David Saperstein • Joel Schalit • Rabbi Sidney Schwarz, PhD • Martin I. Seltman, MD • Dara Silverman • Daniel Sokatch • Shana Starobin • Naomi Tucker • Abigail Uhrman • Rabbi Arthur Waskow, PhD • Rabbi Melissa Weintraub



Justice to the Jew

Author : Madison C. Peters

Publisher : Forgotten Books

Page : 266 pages

File Size : 43,99 MB

Release : 2016-09-13

Category : Religion

ISBN : 9781333567743

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Excerpt from Justice to the Jew: The Story of What He Has Done for the World Words and allusions obscure to the general reader have been explained in the text, and there are many facts given for the first time which, no doubt, will be strange to the majority of Jews as well as to the Gentiles. We speak of non-jews as Gentiles (in Hebrew phraseology Gentiles were all the nations or peoples besides the Jews) because their treatment of the Jews makes Christian a misnomer. Indeed the word Chris tian in many places in this work must be understood generically, and not taken in the sense of one who possesses the spirit and follows the teachings of Him who gave the word its origin. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.



Justice to the Jew

Author : Madison Clinton Peters

Publisher :

Page : 244 pages

File Size : 23,60 MB

Release : 1910

Category : Jews

ISBN :

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Where Justice Dwells

Author : Rabbi Jill Jacobs

Publisher : Turner Publishing Company

Page : 401 pages

File Size : 48,12 MB

Release : 2011-06-01

Category : Religion

ISBN : 1580234682

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How can Jewish values inform our work to create a just world—and help us work together for the good of all communities? "Somehow, most Jews have decided that being a 'good Jew' means adhering to rituals such as Shabbat, kashrut, and prayer. But the word halakhah, generally translated as 'Jewish law,' literally means ‘the way to walk.’ Rather than a limited set of ritual laws, halakhah represents an all-encompassing way of life." —from Chapter 1 Jewish tradition compels us to protect the poorest, weakest and most vulnerable among us. But discerning how to make meaningful and effective change through social justice work—whether in community or on your own—is not always easy. This guide provides ways to envision and act on your own ideals of social justice by helping you navigate through such issues as: Creating a narrative mission statement that reflects your organization’s values Balancing the needs of your community with those of other communities Weighing the pros and cons of various models of social justice work (direct service, advocacy, investment and community organizing) Expanding the impact and efficiency of your work Locating your social justice goals and methods within the context of Jewish tradition Maintaining the motivation and inspiration to continue your social justice work Each chapter includes a set of discussion questions to prompt reflection and conversation, as well as tips, tools, processes and forms for getting your social justice project off the ground.