“La Donna Rabbino”: The Chief Rabbi of Rome Considers the
... The lack of a priesthood, as mentioned above, has certainly had a role in the attribution of additional and sacral functions to the rabbi. A role that once was primarily one of teaching and judging has thus been burdened inevitably with other attributes, to the point of becoming a psychological refe ...
... The lack of a priesthood, as mentioned above, has certainly had a role in the attribution of additional and sacral functions to the rabbi. A role that once was primarily one of teaching and judging has thus been burdened inevitably with other attributes, to the point of becoming a psychological refe ...
Streams of Judaism, Texts
... Rabbis and teachers, philosophers and mystics, gifted Jews in every age amplified the Torah tradition. For millennia, the creation of Torah has not ceased and Jewish creativity in our time is adding to the chain of tradition. Reform Judaism – A Centenary Perspective, 1976. ...
... Rabbis and teachers, philosophers and mystics, gifted Jews in every age amplified the Torah tradition. For millennia, the creation of Torah has not ceased and Jewish creativity in our time is adding to the chain of tradition. Reform Judaism – A Centenary Perspective, 1976. ...
The Orthodox world today in Israel
... The Challenge of Feminism As the world has changed since the 1970s — the success of feminism, the rise of the gay rights movement, laxer sexual norms — Orthodoxy has, with mixed success, tried by and large to insulate itself from such evolutions. The greatest controversies, though, have taken place ...
... The Challenge of Feminism As the world has changed since the 1970s — the success of feminism, the rise of the gay rights movement, laxer sexual norms — Orthodoxy has, with mixed success, tried by and large to insulate itself from such evolutions. The greatest controversies, though, have taken place ...
Judaism - TwinsburgWorldHistory
... Pharisees, Zealots it caused different opinions on outside forces. These opinions caused tension with Rome that sparked a war with the Zealots. Because of this war a main temple that was used by all four groups was destroyed. Also with the split the original practices of judasim were lost and it c ...
... Pharisees, Zealots it caused different opinions on outside forces. These opinions caused tension with Rome that sparked a war with the Zealots. Because of this war a main temple that was used by all four groups was destroyed. Also with the split the original practices of judasim were lost and it c ...
Lubavitch attitudes to contemporary moral issues
... But the Lubavitcher Rebbe taught that although the death penalty is allowed by the Torah, prison is a far worse, and unjust, punishment. With all other punishments, the criminal is made to suffer the penalty, is cleansed from their sin and is then free to continue his life, following God. Whilst in ...
... But the Lubavitcher Rebbe taught that although the death penalty is allowed by the Torah, prison is a far worse, and unjust, punishment. With all other punishments, the criminal is made to suffer the penalty, is cleansed from their sin and is then free to continue his life, following God. Whilst in ...
the PowerPoint slides.
... much as the logical side of me disagrees, my practice and my belief in how to lead a Jewish life will remain unchanged. It will be sort of weird believing one thing and teaching another, but it’s the only way I can make it work for me.” ...
... much as the logical side of me disagrees, my practice and my belief in how to lead a Jewish life will remain unchanged. It will be sort of weird believing one thing and teaching another, but it’s the only way I can make it work for me.” ...
Appendix to: Judaism Group I Ner Tamid – lamps which always
... on daily basis, before prayer, and all men are required to have one before Yom Kippur holiday. In Orthodox Judaism women should take baths after every menstruation, before their wedding and after giving birth. Menorah - is a seven-branched candelabra and the symbol of Israel placed on passports, gov ...
... on daily basis, before prayer, and all men are required to have one before Yom Kippur holiday. In Orthodox Judaism women should take baths after every menstruation, before their wedding and after giving birth. Menorah - is a seven-branched candelabra and the symbol of Israel placed on passports, gov ...
The Mitzvah of Keruv - The Rabbinical Assembly
... to Kol Nidre: "In behalf of God and of this community, we permit prayer together with transgressors." Each branch of modem Judaism has adapted the principle of keruv to its own pattern of observance. Hasidic groups have developed "mitzvah tanks," "tefillin brigades," and institutes for ba'alei teshu ...
... to Kol Nidre: "In behalf of God and of this community, we permit prayer together with transgressors." Each branch of modem Judaism has adapted the principle of keruv to its own pattern of observance. Hasidic groups have developed "mitzvah tanks," "tefillin brigades," and institutes for ba'alei teshu ...
Reconstructionism Reform Judaism Temple Beth Am/ Temple Sinai
... sacred moments in our lives. Reaching out to shape the world, reaching in to support each other. In all the different configurations in which Jewish families come today, here, we share a strong sense of community, spirituality and common purpose. FOUNDED IN 1955 OVER 500 CONGREGANTS A MEMBER O ...
... sacred moments in our lives. Reaching out to shape the world, reaching in to support each other. In all the different configurations in which Jewish families come today, here, we share a strong sense of community, spirituality and common purpose. FOUNDED IN 1955 OVER 500 CONGREGANTS A MEMBER O ...
Traditional Judaism
... has nothing in common with “traditional” Jews in Israel. It is a relatively new offshoot from Conservative, but philosophically closer to Orthodox. They attempt to be as lenient as possible within an Orthodox framework, although many Orthodox would not accept their leniencies, such as using micropho ...
... has nothing in common with “traditional” Jews in Israel. It is a relatively new offshoot from Conservative, but philosophically closer to Orthodox. They attempt to be as lenient as possible within an Orthodox framework, although many Orthodox would not accept their leniencies, such as using micropho ...
Sects and Sacred Practices
... • Observe Sabbath and dietary laws, three daily prayers, holidays and life-cycle events, women may be rabbis, Jewish nationalism, study Hebrew, Zionism • Strive to live by Jewish law in daily lives http://www.religionfacts.com/judaism/denominations/orthodox.htm ...
... • Observe Sabbath and dietary laws, three daily prayers, holidays and life-cycle events, women may be rabbis, Jewish nationalism, study Hebrew, Zionism • Strive to live by Jewish law in daily lives http://www.religionfacts.com/judaism/denominations/orthodox.htm ...
Jackie Andrew World Religions Shannon Atkinson December 8
... Some more things that you might encounter in the synagogue: the bimah is the podium located in the center of the sanctuary. The Torah is read from the bimah, and some of the prayers are led from there as well. The podium is covered with a special covering to give honor to the Torah that will be read ...
... Some more things that you might encounter in the synagogue: the bimah is the podium located in the center of the sanctuary. The Torah is read from the bimah, and some of the prayers are led from there as well. The podium is covered with a special covering to give honor to the Torah that will be read ...
Hum 110/Leibman Reed College The Tractate Avot (Ethics of the
... halaka(h)/halakha: Any normative Jewish law, custom, practice, or rite--or the entire complex of such. Halaka is law established or custon ratified by authoritative rabbinic jurists and teachers. Colloquially, if something is deemed halakic, it is considered proper and normative behavior. midrash: " ...
... halaka(h)/halakha: Any normative Jewish law, custom, practice, or rite--or the entire complex of such. Halaka is law established or custon ratified by authoritative rabbinic jurists and teachers. Colloquially, if something is deemed halakic, it is considered proper and normative behavior. midrash: " ...
Sects of Judaism notes
... ★ _______________ Orthodoxy ★ Biggest community in __________________ ★ Mostly _______________, ________________, _________________________ Beliefs and Practices ★ Adhere to the _________________ teachings of the Torah and the Talmud ★ Prayer ___________ times a day; prayer service in ______________ ...
... ★ _______________ Orthodoxy ★ Biggest community in __________________ ★ Mostly _______________, ________________, _________________________ Beliefs and Practices ★ Adhere to the _________________ teachings of the Torah and the Talmud ★ Prayer ___________ times a day; prayer service in ______________ ...
Some Questions and Answers on Egalitarianism
... Sridei Esh. The context for his ruling is a youth group that often had boys and girls together singing Shabbat songs at their gatherings. It is a lengthy essay where he points out that “those who sing holy songs do this for the sake of heaven, in order to awaken religious feelings among the girls…”. ...
... Sridei Esh. The context for his ruling is a youth group that often had boys and girls together singing Shabbat songs at their gatherings. It is a lengthy essay where he points out that “those who sing holy songs do this for the sake of heaven, in order to awaken religious feelings among the girls…”. ...
Judaism - John Provost, PhD
... The Torah is the first section, and includes the first 5 books of the Bible. The Prophets is the second section, and the Writings is the ...
... The Torah is the first section, and includes the first 5 books of the Bible. The Prophets is the second section, and the Writings is the ...
NO TIME FOR SILENCE A Letter Addressed to all Rabbis in Every
... No one should be absent at such a time, when the participation of all Rabbis is essential, so that each can lend support to his brother and give one another strength. Let us be strong and supportive on behalf of our holy Torah, and on behalf of the Jewish people, so that the wall of its vineyard not ...
... No one should be absent at such a time, when the participation of all Rabbis is essential, so that each can lend support to his brother and give one another strength. Let us be strong and supportive on behalf of our holy Torah, and on behalf of the Jewish people, so that the wall of its vineyard not ...
Sects of Judaism powerpoint
... ★Women: Covered arms and legs (skirt), sheytl (head covering) once married ★Separate dishes for milk and meat products; CANNOT be mixed ★Rabbis will not perform intermarriage ...
... ★Women: Covered arms and legs (skirt), sheytl (head covering) once married ★Separate dishes for milk and meat products; CANNOT be mixed ★Rabbis will not perform intermarriage ...
Document
... Reform-Conservative Distinctions Will Blur Admittedly, some of the Orthodox institutions are small or recently established. But as they take firm root with each passing year, they become the rallying point for the positive forces in that community and the generator of whatever hopes exist for the s ...
... Reform-Conservative Distinctions Will Blur Admittedly, some of the Orthodox institutions are small or recently established. But as they take firm root with each passing year, they become the rallying point for the positive forces in that community and the generator of whatever hopes exist for the s ...
Key Concepts in Judaism
... traditional site of God’s revelation of the Torah. c. 961-922 bce - First Temple was built by King Solomon (King David’s son) in Jerusalem unifying Israelite religious life. 722 bce - The northern kingdom was conquered by the Assyrians and its population deported. These are said to be the ten lost t ...
... traditional site of God’s revelation of the Torah. c. 961-922 bce - First Temple was built by King Solomon (King David’s son) in Jerusalem unifying Israelite religious life. 722 bce - The northern kingdom was conquered by the Assyrians and its population deported. These are said to be the ten lost t ...
Judaism
... a kippah, and some married Orthodox Jewish women cover their hair . Jews only eat Kosher foods and observe strict dietary requirements and restrictions. The Jewish dietary laws requires that Jews eat only ‘Kosher’ foods. They are not allowed to mix milk and meat. There are different levels to which ...
... a kippah, and some married Orthodox Jewish women cover their hair . Jews only eat Kosher foods and observe strict dietary requirements and restrictions. The Jewish dietary laws requires that Jews eat only ‘Kosher’ foods. They are not allowed to mix milk and meat. There are different levels to which ...
Branches of Judaism
... Strong focus on “tikkun olam” (repairing the world; social justice) Strong emphasis on women’s rights (ordained 1972) and inclusion of gays, two issues that are very divisive in religion today Allows for patrilineal descent 40% of Jews in America ...
... Strong focus on “tikkun olam” (repairing the world; social justice) Strong emphasis on women’s rights (ordained 1972) and inclusion of gays, two issues that are very divisive in religion today Allows for patrilineal descent 40% of Jews in America ...