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Sep 27, 2009
Yom Kippur and the Jewish Act of Teshuva
At Yom Kippur, Jews ask for forgiveness for hurting others; but is there a responsibility for the injured to promote reconciliation, too?
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Sep 11, 2009
Online Jewish Community Services
How can one find online information about religious services in Jewish communities prior to major events as Rosh Hashanah, Yom Kippur, Succoth and Passover?
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Jul 28, 2009
Atheism and Humanistic Viewpoints in Judaism
Even though Judaism was founded on the concept of a higher being called God, atheism and the questioning of the existence of God does exist among Jews.
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Jul 12, 2009
Belief and Controversy in Judaism
Judaism isn't a schism between three distinct groups, Orthodox, Conservative and Reform, but a melding of experiences, beliefs and histories, much like the Torah itself.
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Nov 12, 2009
Moses Maimonides, the Great Jewish Philosopher
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Jennifer Maxwell
Moses Maimonides was a 12th Century rabbi, physician and philosopher. Usually referred to as the Rambam, he is regarded by many as the greatest Jewish philosopher.
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Oct 22, 2009
Review of Judaism, A Very Short Introduction
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Linda Gentile
Norman Solomon's Judaism: A Very Short Introduction is an intelligent and interesting introduction to Jewish history, Jewish culture and Judaism in general.
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Jun 19, 2009
Basics of Conservative Judaism
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Devon Lantry
Conservative Judaism accepts all laws of the Torah as binding, but accepts more modern and timely appropriate ways of following them.
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Jun 18, 2009
Basics of Reform Judaism
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Devon Lantry
Reform Judaism is a progressive sect of Judaism that believes it is important for Judaism to change with the times and reform to new surroundings.
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Mar 29, 2008
The Passover Sedar Night
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Dorit Sasson
The first Sedar night of Passover is just around the corner. What do you know about this major Jewish holiday?
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Oct 22, 2007
What Is Hanukkah?
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Naomi Rockler-Gladen
Latkes? Maccabees? What is Hanukkah all about? If you're looking for some basic information about this Jewish holiday, here's a handy FAQ.
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