Essays from contributor Dr. Edmond Weiss.
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Phasing Out Faith: The Exodus Continues
Rabbi Edmond Weiss, Ph.D., writes about separating experience from superstition and retaining a spiritual outlook. [Read more…]
The 59th Century
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Book Review: Judaism without Tribalism by Rabbi Rami Shapiro
Rabbi Edmond Weiss, Ph.D., reviews a new book by Rabbi Rami Shapiro, “Judaism without Tribalism.” [Read more…]
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There are NO “Difficult Passages” in the Torah
At a certain moment in the book of Genesis, a powerful demon in a fit of pique destroys all of Creation, killing every man woman and child save for one family. No, wait. That’s God. [Read more…]
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God’s Debut: Another Perspective on Passover
Rabbi Edmond Weiss, Ph.D., discusses the Exodus and how it is retold at Passover in the Haggadah. [Read more…]
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What’s Faith Got to Do With It?
Contributing writer Rabbi Edmond Weiss, Ph.D., ponders the existence of God. [Read more…]
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The Rest is Commentary
Rabbi Edmund Weiss, Ph.D., discusses the so-called “Golden Rule.” [Read more…]
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Wrestling with an Angel
A commentary on Parsha Vayishlach by Rabbi Edmond Weiss, Ph.D. [Read more…]
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Repent the Day before you Die! But for What?
Rabbi Edmond Weiss, Ph.D., discusses the meaning and purpose of the Al Chait Shechatanu prayer or repentance. [Read more…]
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Free Will Is Granted. (Or is It?)
Rabbi Dr. Edmund Weiss discusses the tension between free will and determinism. [Read more…]
The 59th Century
Sacrifice and Civilization: Shabbat Vayikra (Leviticus 1:1 – 5:26)
Rabbi Edmond Weiss Ph.D. delves into the meaning of Parshat Vayikra. [Read more…]