Torah and Technology Circuits, Cells & the Sacred Path
Torah and Technology Circuits, Cells & the Sacred Path by Daniel Nevins, published by Izzun Books on March 30, 2024, is a comprehensive exploration of the intersection between Judaism and modern technology. This 440-page volume addresses contemporary ethical dilemmas through the lens of ancient religious teachings, drawing on 3,000 years of biblical and rabbinic texts. The book poses critical questions about topics such as artificial intelligence, genetically modified organisms, and the implications of technology on traditional practices like Shabbat.
Readers will find a series of essays presented as responsa, offering rabbinic guidance for those committed to halakhah while also appealing to anyone grappling with ethical issues in today’s technocentric society. The discussions encompass a range of subjects, including Jewish life and law, providing insights into how ancient norms can adapt to modern realities. Additionally, an online supplement offers free lesson plans and source sheets, making this edition a valuable resource for educators and learners alike.
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What does Judaism teach about killer robots? Cultured meat? Genetically engineered people? What does it mean to rest on Shabbat when electronics are embedded all around? In a pandemic, whose life should be saved first? Can a person be declared dead after the brain has ceased to function, even if the heart continues to beat on life support? How can ancient religious norms address the radically transformed reality of a technocentric society? In this volume, Torah and Technology: Circuits, Cells, and the Sacred Path, Rabbi Daniel Nevins draws on 3,000 years of biblical and rabbinic texts to respond to pressing questions of contemporary life. These essays are presented in the form of responsa, or rabbinic guidance for Jews committed to practicing halakhah, but they are also of interest to any person who confronts ethical quandaries in our technocentric times. An online supplement provides free lesson plans and source sheets for educators to use in class.
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