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What is Liberal Judaism?
Liberal Judaism is the dynamic, cutting edge of modern Judaism. Liberal Judaism reverences Jewish tradition, and seeks to preserve the values of the Judaism of the past while giving them contemporary force. It aspires to a Judaism that is always an active force for good in the lives of Jewish individuals, families and communities today, and equally makes its contribution to the betterment of society.
Liberal Judaism is the Judaism of the past in the process of becoming the Judaism of the future.
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Liberal Jews Respond Positively to the Credit Crunch
In defiance of the credit crunch Liberal Rabbis have committed to contributing 1% of their annual salaries to a new 'Pe'ah Fund' which will assist individuals or groups who are hit by the credit crunch and cannot access financial support elsewhere. The fund also includes a ‘skills bank’ comprised of people wiling to offer their time and skills to help people in need as a result of the financial crisis.
Rabbi Danny Rich stressed the importance of tzedakah during the current economic crisis. Read on...
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| For more information, to apply for help or to make a contribution, visit lj-peah.blogspot.com |
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It's beginning to look a lot like... Chrismukkah?
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Signs of xmas are difficult to avoid at this time of year, even as Chanukkah approaches. The coincidence of these two winter holidays often throws up interesting questions about commercialisation and how best to shore up our own traditions when we are bombarded by the annual tidal wave of xmassy sights and sounds wherever we turn. Rabbi Charley Baginsky, who was born on xmas day and on the first day of Chanukkah, looks at the season from the perspective of the ultimate Christmukkah baby. Read the article
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Are you aged 20 - 35?
Would you like to become more involved with Liberal Judaism without committing to one particular community? Are you prepared to pay a modest amount to associate yourself with Liberal Judaism values and practices? Why not sign up for a Passport to Liberal Judaism for benefits such as discounts at Liberal Judaism and ‘tent’ events, access to all Liberal Judaism communities and complimentary tickets to High Holy Day services. For more information or to apply please call Shelley on 020 7580 1663 or email
shelley.s-d@liberaljudaism.org.
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Parashat ha'Shavua
Va-yeishev (Genesis: 37.1 - 40.23).
from Rabbi Elizabeth Tikvah Sarah
Sometimes the Torah presents the reader with a sub-plot that takes us so far away from the main story that there is a tendency to forget it – or, at least, only remember it on a sub-conscious level. Read on...
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Ask the Rabbi…
If you want to ask questions from Liberal Rabbis on different aspects of Judaism they will be delighted to hear from you!
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Liberal Judaism Lectionary
The Liberal Judaism Lectionary is available here. |
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LJ Today January / February 2009:
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Affirmations of Liberal Judaism
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