Beliefs & Practices

Jewish tradition takes it for granted that war is an inevitable part of human existence.

Jewish law forbids a number of sexual relationships beyond incest and adultery.

The Jewish tradition encourages procreation, but some forms of contraception are less problematic than others.

In Judaism, adultery is considered one of the most grievous sins.

Suffering is meaningless unless you decide otherwise.

The importance of this act is emphasized in daily prayers.

Modernity raised serious challenges for traditional conceptions of God.

The Guide for the Perplexed tells us more about what God isn't than what God is.

Most young children have some concept of God. It is important to respond to their questions with sophistication and honesty.

The stem cells most likely to be of scientific value come from discarded embryos. Is it ethical to use these?

Aesthetically pleasing Judaica enhances holiday celebration.

Evidence indicates that the Bible, in the form we have it, is a human document, but that does not mean it is not sacred.