From the moment I could read, I became a bookworm. If someone asked me where my favorite place I probably…
A very famous Jewish philosopher in the 13th century wrote a book called Sefer ha-Chinuch — Wikipedia. It discusses the rationale behind the commandments. The bottom line in the book, the underlying theme of the author…
Many years ago when I was exploring the many monotheistic faiths, perhaps subconsciously looking for a “home” where I felt more comfortable than the religion of my family, I attended an interesting evening school in a suburb of Detroit. If I'm not mistaken it was a very…
If you are serious about finding an answer, you really should seek out Professor Eliezer Berkovits’ book Man and God; studies in Biblical theology published by Wayne State University Press in 1969. Although probably long out of print, most…
If my understanding of Judaism is correct, there is a tension between the particularism and the universalism within the Jewish faith. At one and the same time, the god of the Jewish People is both the creator of the universe and the “god of the entire world”, as well as at the same time having a special relationship with the Jewish People.
Torah Was Not Given to Angels
[This is one of many communications that I have shared with other, newer converts to Judaism that turned to me for advice and counsel.]
Dear Ruth,
There is an issue that I really feel the need to discuss with you. In our correspondence to date…