Modern Jewish Identity: A Rationalistic Motivation for Remaining JewishGefen Publishing House Ltd, 2000 - 349 pages In Modern Jewish Identity, the authors take us on a fascinating journey through the philosophical, spiritual and ideological uniqueness of Jewish thinking, and its ability to meet the social and scientific challenges of the present and future. The authors also examine the origins of today's conflict between science and religion exploring how Judaism anticipated a contemporary science which no longer sees such a dichotomy. The authors argue for unity within Judaism based on mutual respect and tolerance to demonstrate the glory of Judaism and preserve its spirit and its teachings. |
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The Contribution of Judaism to Western Humanism | 89 |
Biblical Rationalism and Jewish Thinking | 124 |
Jewish Identity | 158 |
The Concept of Energy in The Torah | 222 |
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