Finding God in a comic Nov 15, 2009
The heroes of his stories, such as rabbi Yisrael Ben Eliezer who founded Hasidic Judaism, the main strain of ultra-Orthodox Judaism, in the 18th century, may even have God-bestowed supernatural powers such as telepathy or X-ray vision, but only within certain limits. "My heroes will never have powers like the Incredible Hulk or Superman because it makes no sense. They will have power within certain boundaries of logic," said Cohen, sitting in his studio, which also serves as a bedroom for one of... (iAfrica.com)
Our unending fascination with The End Nov 14, 2009
Judaism teaches the Messiah is coming, he says, while Shiite Islam teaches a hidden imam is coming. Hitchcock, pastor of Faith Bible Church in Edmond, Okla. (Fresno Bee)
Faith schools attacked over staff Nov 14, 2009
This is intended to ensure that staff fully support the school's particular religious ethos, such as Christianity or Judaism. The Act was later amended to include school support staff. (BBC News -- UK)
Naysayers proven right on Middle East Nov 14, 2009
The Israelies (Judaism) and the Palistinians (Islam) are both passionate about their religions ... The Israelies (Judaism) and the Palistinians (Islam) are both passionate about their. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
Jews raise millions to be ready for coming of the Messiah Nov 14, 2009
JASON KOUTSOUKIS HERALD CORRESPONDENT. JERUSALEM: Yehuda Glick is a 44-year-old American-born Jew who spends most of every day preparing for the arrival of the Messiah in Jerusalem. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
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vision was for this mikvah to be open to all steams of Judaism, each rich with its own traditions and ceremonies. The mikvah is used for family purity, conversions, weddings, rituals, healing, hope, and personal celebration. (Cleveland Jewish News, OH)
Friday the 13th: Day of fear or fun? Nov 13, 2009
com), and has an eclectic background in Judaism, Paganism, and Buddhism (and now, the "reclaiming tradition") said there are several theories explaining why society came to have superstitions about Friday the 13th. "Nobody's certain for sure which is the real one, but the one I gravitate to is about paganism and Christianity," said Wizenberg. (Allston Brighton TAB, MA)
Today's Mailbag: More on Fort Hood Nov 13, 2009
The harsh truth is that the three major monotheistic religions Judaism, Christianity, and Islam are jointly responsible for Fort Hood and millions of other murders. Each faith claims to have the one true God in their box tied with a ribbon, and the other two faiths are faking it. (The News-Press -- Opinion)
Moses Maimonides, the Great Jewish ... Nov 13, 2009
The Rambams Commentary on Judaism Lives On ... Today, Orthodox Judaism holds these beliefs to be obligatory, and the principles are still recited in synagogues. (Suite101.com)
Israel displays coins from ancient Jewish revolt Nov 13, 2009
After laying siege to Jerusalem, the Romans breached the city walls and wiped out the rebellion, demolishing the Jewish Temple, the holiest site in Judaism. The coins sit inside a glass case, some melted down to unrecognizable chunks of pockmarked and carbonized bronze from the flames that destroyed the Temple. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- World)
Long journey from California to Minsk (186) Nov 12, 2009
I can help them connect to Judaism and make friends as well. The World Union for Progressive Judaism, supporting pluralism or inclusion of all Jews regardless of level of observance, has a strong presence in Minsk ... It got the whole family more involved with Judaism, she says. (Cleveland Jewish News, OH)
God And Country Nov 12, 2009
I can t speak for Judaism but I am fairly sure that rabbinical judaism has similar conventions ... His nation is the Nation of Israel, and his religion is Judaism ... I am neither a scholar nor a follower of Judaism, but there is a Jewish dictum, in Aramaic, Dina de malakutha dina, which means The law of the nation is the law. (The American Conservative)
Somervilles Havurat Shalom to hold Shabbat dinner and meditation class Nov 12, 2009
Though this meditation has been taught for thousands of years as a Buddhist practice, it has many overlaps with Judaism and works in helping individuals focus on their most important goals. Its premise is that in order to develop compassion toward others, one must first develop a path toward practicing it with oneself. (Somerville Journal, MA)
AP News in Brief Nov 12, 2009
After laying siege to Jerusalem, the Romans breached the city walls and wiped out the rebellion, demolishing the Jewish Temple, the holiest site in Judaism. Obama honors veterans at Arlington cemetery. (Fresno Bee -- Nation)
Ugandan rabbi to visit Lexington Nov 11, 2009
It is important that Africans and others know that they can choose Judaism as a spiritual path and that we are open to them, Rabbi Sizomu said. As a boy, Rabbi Sizomu could not attend synagogue. (Lexington Minuteman, MA)
A Serious Man AU Review Nov 11, 2009
Their latest film, '', is a thought-provoking black comedy that examines Judaism and its many traditions and beliefs through the foibles of everyman Larry Gopnik. Opening with a quote credited to Medieval Rabbi Rashi, the scene is set for misfortune. (IGN FilmForce)
Viewpoints: Media too hasty in rationalizing base massacre Nov 11, 2009
It is a narrative that sees human history as a war between Islam on the one side and Christianity and Judaism on the other. This narrative causes its adherents to shrink their circle of concern. (Sacramento Bee -- Opinion)
Can compassion unite faiths? Nov 11, 2009
Editor's note: Karen Armstrong is a former Roman Catholic nun who has written more than 20 books about common themes in Islam, Judaism and Christianity, including "The Bible: A Biography." She received the 2008 TED Prize ... I started to study Judaism and Islam, and found that these faiths both offered a perspective on religion that was different from the somewhat parochial Catholicism of my childhood but which really resonated with me. (CNN)
Challenges for a Republican renaissance Nov 10, 2009
Political speech will be regulated in order that the disturbing ideas of individualism, capitalism, competition, Christianity, Judaism, and other religions may not upset the tranquility of the Utopia. The exception to this rule is that Party Members may draw from non-party doctrines certain ideas that they deem of benefit to the State. (Townhall.com)
Dancing Bin Laden Doll, Terrorist-Headband Kitsch Chronicle Gaza's History Nov 10, 2009
Peace seemed to be on the horizon and in tribute, the shop displayed little crossed Israeli and Palestinian flag pins and key chains, Israeli flags and menorahs, the candelabra that is a symbol of Judaism. A big seller was an inflatable vinyl pillow imprinted with Arafats smiling face. (Bloomberg -- Germany)
Newton People Nov 10, 2009
In Judaism, a mitzvah is an act of human kindness, and Mitzvah Day commemorates Cheshvan, the Jewish social action month. Volunteers participated in numerous activities, including baking a meal for homeless residents at the Pine Street Inn, making flowerpots and bringing them to elders who can t leave their homes, and making improvements to a residential program that serves individuals with disabilities. (Newton Tab, MA)
Does God Exist...Prove it! Nov 9, 2009
redneck-1 wrote on Nov 7, 2009 9:17 PM:" Atheists seem to be obsessed with God. They can't seem to stop talking about Him. Even in their ridicule and bitterness they seem to be reassuring one another that their mantra has been validated and God thusly shooed away. Even a science post about a new discovery prompts replies about Creationists or Genesis; why Jesus didn't mention it or how the believers will react. An atheist forum doesn't seem complete without special sections for General Religion,... (New Iberia, LA)
Campus faith groups host religious awareness week Nov 9, 2009
Pluralism Week will start off on Monday with a panel of rabbis to discuss Judaism and the differences between its sects ... We hold the same values and especially when it comes to Judaism and Catholicism, we all have the same roots ... I feel I know a bit about Judaism since Wash. (Washington University Student Life, MO)
Aftermath Shows Sharper Picture of Hasan Nov 8, 2009
There are also radical Judaism groups that exists as well. So, if let's say, a member of the KKK were to travel to oh. (CBS News -- Health)
News from the Jewish Community Center: Nov. 5 online edition Nov 6, 2009
He discussed his life of theft and illicit activities in John Gotti's Gambino crime family and his years in prison where he discovered Tolstoy and Milton and converted from Catholicism to Judaism. Next up on Nov. 12 is , who made a fortune a decade ago when he sold his bagel business, Noah's Bagels, for $100 million, but is best known around here for launching the natural food grocery store Bread and Circus, the predecessor of. (Swampscott Reporter, MA)
Malaysia Won't Return "Allah" Bibles Nov 5, 2009
Judaism the Relgion of Perpetual victimhood ... "Organized Religion" (Islam, Buddhism, Christianity, Hinduism, Judaism, Atheism, Agnosticism and every Deity worshipping cult in the world that Thinks their way is the only way and is willing to die to make the world over in 'their' image. (CBS News)
What is Jewish Meditation and the K... Nov 5, 2009
History of Meditating on God in Judaism ... Jewish meditation dates back to Abraham, who was the founder of Judaism. (Suite101.com)
A 'literary miracle' crowned by Oprah Nov 5, 2009
And he was happy to note what Catholicism had copied from Judaism. Just as Uwem opened his mind and heart to us, I opened my mind and heart to Uwem. (CNN)
Click to read:Tracking a Predator Nov 5, 2009
It was the influence of Judaism and Christianity that made purity necessary and compelling. When prudishness reigns, there is a strong reaction against it. (CBS News)
* Books, not bombs: The fight for a better future in the Arab world Nov 4, 2009
Education is also important in the Arab context because of its special status in Islam, which, like Judaism and Christianity, is a religion of the book. The Gospel of St John says, In the Beginning was the Word. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World Business)
Aplha Epsilon Pi now official Nov 4, 2009
The majority of the brothers look at Judaism as a culture and a lifestyle, Jacobs said. I think that s what makes us get along so well. (Gamecock Online, SC)
Dylan produces rich Christmas curiosity Nov 3, 2009
Dylan cut three albums in three years as a professing Christian before swinging back toward Judaism, as reflected on several cuts on "Infidels," an album he recorded while studying at the Brooklyn Lubavitch Center. Though he refused to denounce his Christian "phase" as an ill-conceived lark, Dylan stopped hectoring his audience from the stage about Jesus and returned to performing secular songs. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Commit to Jewish practices Nov 3, 2009
Today, we are attacked on all fronts by intermarriage, secularism and all else to break down the basic tenets of all sects of Judaism ... This is just another step to break down everything Judaism represents ... bshnides wrote on Oct 30, 2009 12:50 PM:" I don't see how u can say that this breaks down Judaism. Familes are not being converted to another religion.It seems to me that Mr. Feren is making an attack on many people with his comments, not just the funeral industry. He is also attacking... (Cleveland Jewish News, OH)
Ariz. Dad Ran Over "Westernized" Daughter Nov 2, 2009
There's also its cousins, Judaism and Christianity ... No matter id it Islam, Christian, Judaism, or whatever. (CBS News)
Ivanka Trump converts, marries (3) Nov 1, 2009
Trump completed her conversion to Judaism in July. Trump, 27, co-hosts the reality TV show Celebrity Apprentice, is a vice president at her father s real estate company, and owns a jewelry company. (Cleveland Jewish News, OH)
Maybe the devil made him do it Nov 1, 2009
Come to think of it, the two rules above apply to members of the other branches of Judaism, and every other faith community. 4. (Albany Times Union)
A Muse of Fire Oct 31, 2009
From his embittered middle years, many of them spent in despondent Swiss exile, dates most of his worst literary output, including nearly all the material for his novelettish memoir; the diatribe Judaism in Music (at first published anonymously); and Jesus of Nazareth, his wretched libretto for a projected opera, exemplifying the Mary Magdalen was Christ s concubine genre which culminated in our own epoch with The Da Vinci Code ... For such poppycock, a 10-page excursus on Judaism in Music s... (The American Conservative)
Good Samaritan tale remains valid today Oct 31, 2009
The Samaritan in the parable was part of an offshoot group from Judaism that was looked down on by Jews of that time. So we see acted out in our own day the exact point Jesus was making, that compassion transcends religious and cultural lines. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
The Education of Brad Lidge Oct 31, 2009
"All world religions have their origins somewhere. Christianity wouldn't exist if it weren't for Judaism, so far be it from me to undercut another person's religion. I just know that Christianity is my personal path to God. And I even know that my Christianity might even be more liberal than in a lot of circles.". Higher education. (Und.com)
Anti-Defamation League calls Jim Rizoli Holocaust denier Oct 30, 2009
He said Ahmedinejad is "against the Zionists, he's not against Judaism.". Rizoli said Zionists are "the radical Jewish element that really have no respect for the United States, have no respect for anybody," and at another point called Zionists "nutsos," the league says. (Framingham TAB, MA)
Creating a more welcoming Jewish community Oct 30, 2009
Remember, Judaism doesn t make it easy for them to convert. What has gotten better. (Cleveland Jewish News, OH)
Religion: Oct. 29 Oct 30, 2009
In both works she discusses her childhood in Chile, political oppression, exile, minority issues, and Judaism. She has published more than twenty books of poetry and memoirs and has edited numerous anthologies. (Wellesley Townsman, MA)
No curbing comedian Richard Lewis Oct 30, 2009
The New Jersey-born comedian credits much of his recent serenity to his wife of three years, Joyce, as well as to his reconnection to Judaism. I came from a Conservative home, but my Judaism got lost in the shuffle, he says. (Cleveland Jewish News, OH)
Protestant Roots in the Danish West... Oct 29, 2009
All denominations of Christianity, and Judaism, which were carried over from the Protestant Reformation and religious turmoil of the seventeenth-century Europe to the Danish West Indies are still present in the islands today. Numerous churches, cathedrals and a few temples are markers of the islands religious past, which, despite age and shifting political governance, still remains tolerant and eclectic, though with an evangelistic Christian bent. (Suite101.com)
Lexington temple's anniversary weekend to feature dinner, discussion Oct 29, 2009
Temple Emunah is a member of the United Synagogue of Conservative Judaism and the Synagogue Council of Massachusetts. GET UPDATED. (Lexington Minuteman, MA)
Kristol Reflections Oct 29, 2009
I felt no passionate attachment to Judaism, or to Zionism, or even to the Jewish people, he recalled though he got an early taste of Marxism from the only magazine that entered our house ; The New Masses, to which my sister subscribed. He acquired his love of ideological disputation from his years at City College of New York, where Alcove 1, the hangout of Trotskyists and anti-Stalinist students, was the heart of his social life. (The American Conservative)
Religious Symbols of Al Qaeda Oct 28, 2009
This involves a pious devotion to passages in the Qur an and Sunna, which outlay specific rules or shari a, much like the dietary and social laws and customs of Judaism, in order to identify the singular truth of God s commands. Salafists deny any truth but contained in the Qu ran. (Suite101.com)
Feds: Men Planned to Attack Danish Paper Oct 28, 2009
CHICAGO, Oct. 27, 2009. Chicago Men Who Were Schoolmates in Pakistan Targeted Paper that Ran Cartoons Depicting Muhammad. (CBS News)
Israel does not need friends like these Oct 28, 2009
As a Catholic I can assure you, there are as many unsavory sects in Catholicism as there is in Judaism. And Miriam Shaviv has never said he wants to expand Israel to it's biblical landscape which is Zionism, he may like many other Israeli's just want a safe place to call home. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
Why Al Qaeda Wants a Safe Haven Oct 28, 2009
Zionism is a political movement that uses Judaism for its ends ... Judaism does NOT lay claim to Occupied Palestine ... They have largely succeeded; in the eyes of many, Zionism and Judaism are one and the same, and opposition to Zionism becomes opposition to Judaism. (Slate)
Comeback Time for Christians Oct 28, 2009
The "redemption" of the world from Christianity and Judaism looks about as likely as a Presidential Medal of Freedom for Bernie Madoff. Still, the times are tough for traditional organized religions, not least because those who say they profess the faith seem sometimes to agree more with its antagonists than its defenders. (Townhall.com)
Temple Mt. event Oct 28, 2009
"But we're talking about the Temple Mount - the holiest site in Judaism.". Rabbi Yaakov Meidan, the head of the influential Har Etzion Yeshiva in Alon Shvut, addressed the crowd in a similar vein, saying, "There are many people who believe that the police are leftists, or anti-Jewish. "But I can tell you that the police are neither leftists nor are they anti-Jewish," he continued. "They are two things - one, they are able to identify the side that has momentum, and two, they prefer less work. (Jerusalem Post, Israel)
Ivanka ties the knot Oct 27, 2009
Ivanka converted from Catholisism to Judaism prior to the marriage. Comment by October 26, 2009. (The Palm Beach Post)
Rabbinical ruling is no lift for Orthodox Jews Oct 27, 2009
Most members of the Reform and Conservative movements, the liberal streams of Judaism to which most American Jews belong, do not strictly observe the Sabbath and would not be affected by the ruling. But even the Orthodox community has long been divided over the elevators. (MSNBC -- International)
Atheists are good humans, too Oct 27, 2009
23 per cent of people in the world who subscribe to Judaism ... Does Abramovich believe that the overwhelming number of people who do not follow Judaism is indicative of the falsity of that religion in the same way that the large number of believers in general is indicative of the existence of God ... One of Abramovtich's goals was to try to explain that Judaism cannot be lumped in with Christianity and some other religions because it is completely different in 99% of its approach and its... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
Matter of faith Oct 27, 2009
"Judaism differs fundamentally from all other faiths," says Yitzchak Schochet, rabbi of an Orthodox congregration in London ... To me Judaism is a faith, a series of ideas, a philosophy that is absorbed culturally and educationally. (BBC News -- UK)
School textbook 'fuels anti- Semitism' Oct 27, 2009
The Board of Deputies said it had also asked for a chapter on Judaism to be rewritten and reissued to all schools that have bought the book, its chief executive, Vic Alhadeff, said. He said senior staff members from a Jewish school had alerted the board to the book after they had begun using it in class. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Click to read:Baghdad Rocked by Car Bombs, Scores Dead Oct 26, 2009
" He was being 'sarcastic', Hungry!!! It seems there are a lot of loose screws on the forum tonite.... 00003BEE by chelokee October 25, 2009 5:39 PM EDT What is wrong with those sick people? My God, why do they always want to kill innocent people? I hate terrorists so much. They are just cowards and losers. I hope they are punished so much when they get to hell. May they suffer a thousand fold more than their victims. by pensacola8-2009 October 25, 2009 5:03 PM EDT The Shiites still have a... (CBS News)
Don Lane farewelled in Sydney funeral Oct 25, 2009
His mother, Dolly, was a Catholic who married a Jew, Jacob Isaacson, and later converted to Judaism. Lane grew up in the Bronx district of New York and adopted the name Lane after Frankie Laine, his favourite singer. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
What is the Jewish Torah? Oct 25, 2009
Judaisms First Sacred Text and its Controversial Origins ... It is often referred to as Judaism s Written Law, and forms the basis for much of the expository writings that followed and became part of the , or the Oral Law ... People often refer to the Torah as the Written Law or the Teachings of Judaism. (Suite101.com)
Nigeria: Country, OIC, Move Against Religious Defamation Oct 25, 2009
" On the issues of Islamophobia and Christianphobia, Atricle 19 argues that "these categories of phobias relating to Islam, Judaism and Christianity clearly discriminate against believers of other religions and non-believers. They also demand a specific interpretation of particular religions because they assume that these religions were themselves homogenous and uncontested internally, when in fact religious ideas are themselves open to interpretation and dynamic. (allAfrica.com)
New signs that Ethiopian aliyah will resume (5) Oct 25, 2009
The group at issue is comprised of so-called Falash Mura -- Ethiopians who claim links to descendants of Jews who converted to Christianity generations ago, but who now seek to return to Judaism and immigrate to Israel. A major sign of change came last month when Yishai, who became interior minister when Benjamin Netanyahu s government took office six months ago, sent a letter to a U.S. Jewish aid group saying there were steps in place to consider the aliyah eligibility of 5,700 Ethiopians in... (Cleveland Jewish News, OH)
What makes the Campus 'Jewish'? Oct 24, 2009
Children in sports leagues or other programs will be taught leadership and ethics based on concepts of Judaism, he said. But, he added, they are shared values among many people. (Palo Alto Online, CA)
Eliza Slavet to speak about new book at Temple Beth Elohim Oct 23, 2009
Slavet moves far beyond debates about how Freud felt about Judaism; instead she explores what he wrote about Jewishness: what it is, how it is transmitted, and how it has survived ... Writing on the eve of the Holocaust, Freud proposed that Jewishness is constituted by the inheritance of ancestral memories; thus, regardless of any attempts to repress, suppress or repudiate Jewishness, Jews will remain Jewish and Judaism will survive, for better and for worse. (Wellesley Townsman, MA)
Judaism, A Very Short Introduction Oct 23, 2009
Norman Solomon's Judaism A Very Short Introduction is an intelligent and interesting introduction to Jewish history, Jewish culture and Judaism in general. Judaism A Very Short Introduction by Norman Solomon is a well-written short guide to the underlying principles of Judaism, along with some of the important players in the Jewish history ... Starting with the Jewish history, the VSI book goes on to explain some of the traditions that are associated with Judaism, including its festivals and the... (Suite101.com)
