Modern Judaism
Modern Judaism by D. Cohn-Sherbok, published by Palgrave Macmillan UK in July 1996, spans 260 pages and is presented in English. This book explores the fragmentation of Jewish identity since the post-Enlightenment, detailing the emergence of various sub-groups, each with distinct religious ideologies. It offers both a description and critique of these groups while proposing an alternative model of Judaism that reflects the complexities of contemporary Jewish life.
Readers will find an examination of the deep divisions among modern Jews regarding numerous issues, emphasizing that a singular pattern of Jewish existence is neither feasible nor likely to arise. The text advocates for a philosophy of Jewish autonomy, termed ‘Open Judaism,’ which legitimizes individual subjectivity and decision-making. This approach aims to establish a new foundation for Jewish life as the community approaches the third millennium, addressing the diverse perspectives within Judaism today.
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Since the post-Enlightenment, Jews have fragmented into a variety of sub-groups, each with their own religious ideology. This book provides a description as well as a critique of these various Jewish religious groups and offers an alternative model of Judaism based on an assessment of the nature of contemporary Jewish life. As will be seen, modern Jews are deeply divided on a wide variety of issues. Given this situation, no uniform pattern of Jewish existence can be imposed from above, nor is it likely to emerge from within the body of Israel. What is required instead is a philosophy of Jewish autonomy which legitimizes Jewish subjectivity and personal decision-making. This philosophy of Judaism – which is referred to in this study as ‘Open Judaism’ – provides a new foundation for Jewish life as Jews stand on the threshold of the third millennium.
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