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What is Liberal Judaism?
Liberal Judaism is the dynamic, cutting edge of modern Judaism. Liberal Judaism reverences Jewish tradition, and seeks to preserve the values of the Judaism of the past while giving them contemporary force. It aspires to a Judaism that is always an active force for good in the lives of Jewish individuals, families and communities today, and equally makes its contribution to the betterment of society.
Liberal Judaism is the Judaism of the past in the process of becoming the Judaism of the future. |
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Rabbi Danny Rich on the Museum of Tolerance in Jerusalem
As we walked around the cemetery, we came to a boarded-up area which abuts it and which is now guarded by casually dressed civilian security personnel. This is the site of Jerusalem's palnned Museum of Tolerance... the discovery of skeletons - admittedly some 300 or even 400 years old and without markers to identify name or religion - has thrust the museeum into a sea of controversy... A Museum of Tolerance in Jerusalem is a fantastic idea but, on a site which offends the religious sensibilities of Muslims, it will become a running sore and hinder the establishment of a peaceful environment in Jerusalem. Read on... |
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Parashat ha'Shavua
Parashat Balak
from Rabbi Alexandra Wright
At first sight, this week’s parashah appears to give us two completely different tales. The first is the fable of Balaam and his donkey. The king of Moab summons his local soothsayer and prophet, Balaam, to pronounce a curse on the Israelites who are trespassing on his land. “Now this horde will lick clean all that is about us as an ox licks up the grass of the field,” says Balak, frightened that the multitude will overrun his country. Read on...
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Pe'ah Fund
In defiance of the credit crunch Liberal Rabbis have committed to contributing 1% of their annual salaries to a 'Pe'ah Fund' which will assist individuals or groups who are hit by the credit crunch and cannot access financial support elsewhere. Read on... |
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Are you aged 20 - 35?
Would you like to become more involved with Liberal Judaism without committing to one particular community? Are you prepared to pay a modest amount to associate yourself with Liberal Judaism values and practices? Why not sign up for a Passport to Liberal Judaism for benefits such as discounts at Liberal Judaism and ‘tent’ events, access to all Liberal Judaism communities and complimentary tickets to High Holy Day services. More information... |
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Liberal Judaism Lectionary
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Ask the Rabbi…
If you want to ask questions from Liberal Rabbis on different aspects of Judaism they will be delighted to hear from you!
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LJ Today July / August 2009:
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Affirmations of Liberal Judaism
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