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The Oxford Handbook of Jewish Ethics and Morality offers a collection of original essays-historical and contemporary, as well as philosophical and practical-by leading scholars from around the world. The first section of the volume describes the history of the Jewish tradition's moral thought, from the Bible to contemporary Jewish approaches. The second part includes chapters on specific fields in ethics, including the ethics of medicine, busi...

Elliot N. Dorff¿is rector and Sol and Anne Dorff Distinguished Service Professor of Philosophy at the American Jewish University and visiting professor at¿UCLA School of Law.¿He was an editor of¿the official Conservative statement of principles¿Emet Ve-Emunah¿and¿coeditor of the Conservative commentary¿Etz Hayim. He is author of twelve books, four published by JPS, including¿To Do the Right and the Good: A Jewish Approach to Modern Social Ethi...

Contemporary Jewish Theology: A Reader presents the most comprehensive collection to date of Jewish religious writings from the latter half of this century. Featuring selections from both pre- and post-World War II thinkers, this carefully constructed anthology highlights the enormous range oftheological viewpoints and methods that have characterized Jewish theological reflection in modern times. An extraordinarily rich compilation, it represe...

Over the past decade much significant new work has appeared in the field of Jewish ethics. While much of this work has been devoted to issues in applied ethics, a number of important essays have explored central themes within the tradition and clarified the theoretical foundations of Jewishethics. This important text grew out of the need for a single work which accurately and conveniently reflects these developments within the field.The first ...

A Nation under God? is a collection of original essays by political and legal theorists on the future of religion as an active influence in American public life. This book displays a distinctive set of arguments on topics that range from the ethics of religious witness in public life to the future of civil religion in America.

The Oxford Handbook of Jewish Ethics and Morality offers a collection of original essays -historical and contemporary, as well as philosophical and practical-by leading scholars from around the world. The first section of the volume describes the history of the Jewish tradition's moral thought, from the Bible to contemporary Jewish approaches. The second part includes chapters on specific fields in ethics, including the ethics of medicine, bus...

An authoritative sourcebook on the origins and philosophy of the Conservative Movement. This updated edition addresses recent developments and continues to function as a guide for those who want to understand "the meaningfulness, the intelligence, and the spirituality of Judaism.

Part professional handbook, part scholarly resource and part source of practical information, with contributions from over twenty-five leading Jewish professionals. A comprehensive, up-to-date resource on Jewish life and healing, medicine and healthcare.

Contains six volumes in "Jewish Choices, Jewish Voices" series: "Jewish Choices, Jewish Voices: Body", "Jewish Choices, Jewish Voices: Money", "Jewish Choices, Jewish Voices: Power", "Jewish Choices, Jewish Voices: Sex and Intimacy", "Jewish Choices, Jewish Voices: War and National Security", and, "Jewish Choices, Jewish Voices: Social Justice".

Now in Paperback! A leading ethicist suggests ways to take the moral high road in one's personal life. In this topically relevant book on modern ethical issues, Dorff focuses on personal ethics, Judaism's distinctive way of understanding human nature, our role in life, and what we should strive to be, both as individuals and as members of a community. Dorff addresses specific moral issues that affect or personal lives: privacy, particularly at...

This book examines biblical and rabbinic law as a coherent, continuing legal tradition. It explains the relationship between religion and law and the interaction between law and morality. Abundant selections from primary Jewish sources, many newly translated, enable the reader to address the tradition directly as a living body of law with emphasis on the concerns that are primary for lawyers, legislators, and judges. Through an in-depth examin...

Contemporary Jews often find meaning in Judaism's family and communal orientation, its beautiful rituals, its enriching culture, its sense of ethnic rootedness, and its moral values. For the classical Jewish tradition, however, all of these features of Ju

Repairing the world (tikkun olam) is an integral part of Jewish life. It is a key feature in observances, holidays, and even mandates how we should speak to one another. But why is it important for Christians to understand this Jewish approach to life? And what kind of impact can understanding this fundamental aspect of Judaism have on Christians seeking to develop a deeper understanding of their own faith? With insight and wisdom, Rabbi Dorff...

A look into the question of "Why perform mitzvot?" This book traces the various views, from the Biblical to the philosophical. The book also includes a section on the Conservative Movement's viewpoints.

Well aware of Jews having once been the victims of Nazi eugenics policies, many Jews today have an ambivalent attitude toward new genetics and are understandably wary of genetic forms of identity and intervention. At the same time, the Jewish tradition is strongly committed to medical research designed to prevent or cure diseases. Jews and Genes explores this tension against the backdrop of various important developments in genetics and bioeth...

For everyone who wants to understand the meaning and significance of tikkun olam?(repairing the world) in Jewish spiritual life, this book shows the way into an essential aspect of Judaism and allows you to interact directly with the sacred texts of the Jewish tradition. Guided by Dr. Elliot N. Dorff, Rector and Distinguished Professor of Philosophy at the University of Judaism, this comprehensive introduction explores the roots of the beliefs...

Part professional handbook, part scholarly resource and part source of practical information, with contributions from over twenty-five leading Jewish professionals. A comprehensive, up-to-date resource on Jewish life and healing, medicine and healthcare.

An accessible introduction to the Jewish concept of our responsibility to care for others and repair the world. Shows the way into an essential aspect of Judaism and allows you to interact directly with the sacred texts of the Jewish tradition.

With clear explanations of Jewish terms, practices and history, explores ideas touched by the tradition of tikkun olam. Also addresses parallels in the Christian tradition, helping you better understand how the fundamentals of Judaism inform Christianity.

This JPS ethics series deals with some of the most critical moral issues of our time. NEW! Jewish Choices, Jewish Voices: Power How do we use power once we've gained it? Is it completely for our individual benefit, or do we use it to help our neighborhoods, or society at-large? What kinds of decisions must CEOs and business owners make regarding suppliers and customers? How should bosses treat workers? Teachers treat students? Parents treat ch...