Paperback. At first glance, Orthodox Judaism is not compatible with the prevailing world view of equal treatment for all people, regardless of their race, gender or religion. But modern Orthodox Jews share the sense that egalitarianism is a positive moral value, so they cannot simply dismiss this contemporary ethos as incompatible with their faith. In a range of ways and variety of perspectives from the leading Orthodox scholars in the field, this collection of essays explores the affinities and disaffinities between egalitarianism and Jewish tradition. At first glance, Orthodox Judaism may not seem compatible with the world view of egalitarianism, regardless of race, gender or religion. But modern Orthodox Jews share an appreciation for egalitarianism as a positive moral value. This collection of essays explores the affinities and disaffinities between egalitarianism and Jewish tradition. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

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Title: Formulating Responses in an Egalitarian Age (Paperback)
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing Plc, Lanham, MD
Publication Date: 2005
Language: English
ISBN 10: 0742545989
ISBN 13: 9780742545984
Binding: Paperback
Condition: new

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At first glance, Orthodox Judaism is not compatible with the prevailing world view of equal treatment for all people, regardless of their race, gender or religion. But modern Orthodox Jews share the sense that egalitarianism is a positive moral value, so they cannot simply dismiss this contemporary ethos as incompatible with their faith. In a range of ways and variety of perspectives from the leading Orthodox scholars in the field, this collection of essays explores the affinities and disaffinities between egalitarianism and Jewish tradition.

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Marc Stern is the Assistant Executive Director and co-Director of the Commission on Law and Social Action for the American Jewish Congress.

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