Theology Through Jewish Civilization
November 30, 2016
In this text study, Rabbi James Greene examines diverse ideas of God throughout the evolution of Jewish civilization.
In this text study, Rabbi James Greene examines diverse ideas of God throughout the evolution of Jewish civilization.
Yigdal, one of the most beloved of the medieval piyyutim (liturgical poems) summarizes the thirteen principles of the Jewish faith as formulated by Moses Maimonides (RaMBaM; late 12th century C.E.). Reconstructionists often proudly assert that when we pray with a Reconstructionist siddur, we feel that we can ‘say what we mean and mean what we say,’ because our liturgical language reflects Reconstructionist theology. How might a Reconstructionist interpret the words of Yigdal in this way?
This short article reflects on the challenges and opportunities presented by digital technology in Reconstructionist education.
This pilot program for Jewish teen education provides several activities for exploring and sharing beliefs about God.
This short biography of Mordecai Kaplan is written for children from 5th to 9th grade.
This evaluation tool provides a rubric for assessing the contemporary state of Jewish education
This resource on Jewish peoplehood provides tools for Jewish educators, including early childhood educators, to reflect and teach on issues of Jewish identity and peoplehood.
An empowering retelling of the Hanukkah story that emphasizes theology and remembering rather than miracles or military might.
In this text study, Rabbi James Greene examines the evolution of Jewish ideas of fatherhood over time, with an eye toward contemporary responsibilities of Jewish fathering.
Serving as central organization of the Reconstructionist movement
Training the next generation of groundbreaking rabbis
Modeling respectful conversations on pressing Jewish issues
Curating original, Jewish rituals, and convening Jewish creatives
