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Facts and Ideals:
Thoughts on the Conversion Controversy

One attempting to show a basis for his/her theory and thereby ascertain respect from an opponent by demonstrating that his/her opinion falls within the pale of Torah is often met with even greater hostility. Through this type of argument what is also being shown is the complexity of Torah. This in fact further enrages the one requiring the simplicity of a narrow ideal....(continue reading)

MORAL HAZARD looks at Halachic issues from an economic mindset. Behind the pragmatics of economics is the scientific process of economics, and it stems from a unique outlook on society and decision-making, providing an effective language for investigations into Halacha.

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GOD - How often do we really think, contemplate, consider what we mean when we refer to God?...

It's not a race - There is a danger of misusing stringency in Torah observance to indulge in hubris and judgmentalism....

Simcha - What exactly is simcha and why is it so significant a concept within Jewish thought?...

Teshuva - Repentance, is one of the most important concepts in Judaism. Yet the tasks and challenges of Teshuvah are not widely understood...

Sinat Chinum - Many attempt to define Sinat Chinum as "hatred without cause". But is there such an entity as "hatred without cause"?...

Bracha - How can a blessing from another affect God's response and interaction with the one being blessed?

The Recipient of Torah - Revelation demands two parties. There is obviously God, yet there is also the entity to whom God is revealing Himself.

The Question - I cannot help but wonder how people who assert that we do not question celebrate the Passover Seder.

War - To justify war, one must declare that without war a greater evil can and/or will surface.

Terrorism and Religion - We are disgusted by the terrorists' total disregard for human life. That is why the declaration that these acts are done in the name of a religion -- especially a monotheistic religion -- is most troubling.

Jewish Unity - To many, it is the number one issue in Jewish life today. How do we remain united, both in Israel and in the Diaspora?

The Irony of Chanukah - It is somewhat ironic that Chanukah is the Jewish holiday most affected by outside forces.

Freedom of Religion - For many, Chanukah represents a triumph for freedom of religion. But is this true?

Amalek - While it is recognized that, at times, we must respond to evil with force, the idea that there is an actual prima facie mitzvah of violence begs explanation.

Is Judaism Homophobic? - The controversial topic raises significant issues that demand our attention, including the very nature of love, sex and marriage.

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Schadenfreude I - Parshat Balak

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