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Jewish Attitudes Toward Proselytes
At times, Jews have embraced large numbers of converts, but hostile relations with Gentile neighbors often led to suspicion of proselytes as well.
Israel and Anti-Gentile Traditions
Israel Shahak's theory that anti-Gentile traditions have influenced Israeli policy is well known in both Arab and anti-Semitic circles, but Jews have yet to properly confront it.
Traditional Views of Jewish Chosenness
The Bible implies that God's choice of the Jews was random; later traditions made the Jews seem deserving of this privilege.
The Sukkah Still Stands
Despite the dangers and tragedies of our world, we can take comfort in the divine protection symbolized by the Sukkah.
Medieval Jewish Attitudes Toward Women
In the Middle Ages, a Jewish woman's social well-being was considered important, but her life was strictly guided by Jewish law.
A New Model For Jewish Identity
Today, personal choice trumps group-oriented feelings of obligation as the basis for Jewish identity.
3 Things to Think About on Sukkot
Sukkot observances offer a balance between the real and the ideal.
