Faith and the Transformation of Politics
John Locke famously wanted to keep religion out of the affairs of state; it prevents the compromises needed to be able to live in harmony with others with whom we disagree. But Locke notwithstanding,...
View ArticleFaith and Reason: A Jewish and Philosophical Basis
Modern philosophy of religion and natural theology make a strong case for faith. These disciplines are not only compatible with Judaism but have had, and still have, great Jewish contributors.
View ArticleAffirming Life by Affirming the Stranger in Our Midst
We have been given an unprecedented opportunity to be generous and humane. Let us seize the moment and affirm life.
View ArticleThe Use and Abuse of the Bible in the Immigration Debate
The problem is that many make a simplistic correlation between the ancient Israelite social law and the modern situation as if the Bible was addressing the same problem.
View ArticleParadise, Disturbed: The Torah on Strangers
Judaism is a religion of obligation—of trying to actualize commands, what we call mitzvot, that bind us to God and bring God's presence into this world.
View ArticleRefugee Policies for the Common Good
We will be a richer nation in every sense of the word if we treat those who are here with justice and mercy.
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