1. Society For Humanistic Judaism - Home Page humanistic judaism is a nontheistic alternative in contemporary Jewish life. It was established by Society For humanistic judaism. http://www.shj.org/

SHJ Philosophy SHJ Affiliates Membership and Support ... In Support of Israel Humanistic Judaism embraces a human-centered philosophy that combines the celebration of Jewish culture and identity with an adherence to humanistic values and ideas. Shavuot May 26 Humanistic Judaism offers a nontheistic alternative in contemporary Jewish life. It was established by Rabbi Sherwin T. Wine in 1963 in Detroit, Michigan, and has grown into a worldwide movement. Humanistic Jews value their Jewish identity and the aspects of Jewish culture that offer a genuine expression of their contemporary way of life. Humanistic Jewish communities celebrate Jewish holidays and life cycle events (such as weddings and bar and bat mitzvah) with inspirational ceremonies that draw upon but go beyond traditional literature. The Society for Humanistic Judaism was organized in 1969. The Society's mission is to mobilize people to celebrate Jewish identity and culture consistent with a humanistic philosophy of life. As the central body for the Humanistic Jewish Movement in North America, the Society assists in organizing and supporting congregations and in providing a worldwide voice for its members.

2. City Congregation For Humanistic Judaism, New York City The City Congregation for humanistic judaism New York City New York City's affiliate of the Society for humanistic judaism a non-theistic alternative for those whose Jewish identity is http://www.humanistjew.org/

3. IISHJ Home A nontheistic approach to Jewish identity. http://www.iishj.org

document.write(doClock("W0",",%20","M0","%20","D0",",%20","Y0")); April 30 Board of Governors Committee Meeting IISHJ, Michigan May 3-14 Rabbinic and Medieval Jewish History and Lit.: Mishnah, Talmud, Codes, and Philosophy JH 520 IISHJ, Michigan (Eliav) More... Travel with Rabbi Sherwin Wine on " A South American Odyssey " to Buenos Aires, Argentina and Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, October 25 - November 1, 2004. Amazon Cruise Option November 1-4, 2004. Yehuda Bauer presents the keynote address for the Colloquium 2003. There were over 250 attendees for the 5th biennial Colloquium on "Jews & Non-Jews: The Love/Hate Relationship"

4. MACHAR/The Washington Congregation For Secular Humanistic Judaism Washington congregation for Secular humanistic judaism. Offers membership information, newsletter, worship and education programs, contacts and links. http://www.machar.org/

Machar, The Washington Congregation for Secular Humanistic Judaism Home Introduction Principles of Machar Jewish Cultural School Holidays Texts of Services About Machar's Rabbi Community Service and Social Action Monthly Newsletter Book Study Club ... Related Links Updated by A.Grosmark 20040131 Machar MACHAR, The Washington Congregation for Secular Humanistic Judaism is a Washington, D.C. area affiliate of the national Society for Humanistic Judaism. We are a growing community of Secular Humanistic Jews. Machar Band makes its first public appearance! Want to know more? Email Contacts Questions about Machar or Humanistic Judaism Newsletter: If you live in the Washington, D.C. area and would like to receive our monthly Newsletter (either by e-mail or free for one year by mail). Membership information by email. Membership application form Webmaster Snail Mail P.O. Box 42014 Washington, DC 20015 Phone

5. Kahal B'raira - Congregation For Humanistic Judaism About SHJ. Contacts. History. Life Cycle. Music. Resources. What's New. Calendar. Email List. Home. Offerings. News. Sunday School. Youth Group. Welcome. to Kahal B'raira, a congregation of Secular http://www.kahalbraira.org/

About KB Committees Employment Kvelling ... Youth Group Welcome .. to Kahal B'raira, a congregation of Secular Humanistic Jews in the Boston area. We meet for services, discussion, culture, Sunday School, teen/youth group, holidays and other events. We are affiliated with the Society for Humanistic Judaism Visitors are welcome; please check our calendar Erev Shabbat/Friday Evening Adult Service June 4, 2004 at 7:30 pm Led by KB Madrikh, Dennis Geller. Oneg - social hour - will follow the service. KB members, guests and members of the public are all welcome. Martin Luther King Room Brookline High School 115 Greenough Street, Brookline Oneg Shabat, Social hour with refreshments will follow. Directions to Brookline High School For suggestions or submissions to the KB website, please use the new input form If you have questions or comments about KB, please send email This site was last updated on 1 June 2004 Website design Directions to Brookline High School From 128: Take Route 9 East toward Brookline. Follow Route 9 for approximately 7 miles. After passing the reservoir on your right, turn left onto Cypress Street; take third left on Davis Ave. Turn left onto Greenough Street. Brookline High School will be on your right. From The Massachusetts Turnpike: Take exit #18 Allston/Brighton/Cambridge towards Allston/Brighton. Turn right on Cambridge Street. Turn left on Harvard Ave (follow for approximately 1.5 miles into Brookline). Turn right on School Street. Turn slight left onto Cypress St. Turn right onto Davis Ave. Turn left onto Greenough Street. Brookline High will be on your right.

6. Humanistic Judaism Homepage For Jews wishing to maintain their Jewish identity in a nontheistic manner through congregations and communities. Features mailing list, archive, and links. http://www.teleport.com/~hellman/

Humanistic Judaism Homepage Welcome to the world of Humanistic Judaism. This organized branch of Judaism is for Jews wishing to maintain their Jewish identity in a non-theistic manner through congregations and communities. Humanistic Judaism differs from secular or cultural Judaism in that it is congregational in form and substance. Jewish education, holidays, tradition and life cycle events are the foundation of Humanistic Judaism. While the important role of God in Jewish history and tradition is recognized, and spirituality is greatly valued, Humanistic Judaism holds that supernatural authority should play no role in human affairs; the branch is non-theistic in observance and content. Humanistic Judaism was founded by Rabbi Sherwin Wine in the 1960's. Its formal organization is carried out by The Society for Humanistic Judaism. which has many affiliated communities in the U.S. and other countries. This page is operated by Walter Hellman as an independent service for all Humanistic Jews, both affiliated and unaffiliated. While the primary purpose of this page and the associated mailing list (see below) is to further the advancment of Humanisitic Judaism, the page and its contents do not necessarily represent the views of the Society for Humanistic Judaism. Other internet access to HJ currently consists of a mailing list (the "hj" list), an archive of documents (see "Humanistic Judaism Archive" link below), this page, and pages of other communities. See "What is Humanistic Judaism?/Connections" (below)

7. Congregation For Humanistic Judaism Of Fairfield County, Connecticut A Jewish congregation in Fairfield County, Connecticut, with a thriving Sunday School. Offers Bar/Bat Mitzvah, adult education and discussion groups, and holiday services. this year as the Congregation for humanistic judaism continued its tradition of inviting the http://www.humanisticjews.org/

Welcome to the Congregation for Humanistic Judaism of Fairfield County, Connecticut S erving Westport, Norwalk, Fairfield, Weston, Wilton, Easton, Trumbull, Stamford and other communities since 1967 Top Links: Discussion Forum Other Links Top Links: This Month's Events Discussion Forum The Congregation for Humanistic Judaism is a welcoming, supportive community, serving Fairfield County since 1967, for secular Jews and their families to affirm, celebrate, and enrich Jewish identity and values. CHJ believes in personal responsibility to fulfill the Jewish ideals of loving-kindness, justice, and good deeds. Humanistic Judaism is one of the five branches of Judaism recognized by the United Jewish Communities of North America. We are affiliated with the Society for Humanistic Judaism and the International Federation of Secular Humanistic Jews, active worldwide. Your Child Can Be in This Picture Send your children to a Jewish Sunday School whose teachings reflect your own views on what it means to be Jewish in America today. No doctrine, no dogma. A place where they can learn about Jewish history, holidays, culture, literature, art, and music in a warm, participatory environment. For children pre-school and up. Small class size fosters involvement and learning. And, when it comes time for their Bar/Bat Mitzvah, it will be a ceremony your whole family will be proud of. Come see what we've got to offer!

8. Adat Chaverim, Valley Congregation For Humanistic Judaism, San Fernando Valley, Celebrating life cycle events, Shabbat and Jewish holidays. Adult and youth education offered. http://www.vchj.net/

About Us Education Calendar Newsletter ... Us Home Tzedakah Adat Chaverim, Valley Congregation For Humanistic Judaism San Fernando Valley, California Affiliate of the Society for Humanistic Judaism email: info@vchj.net Welcome to Our Website! "We Jewish Humanists have a unique perspective. We seek to affirm, celebrate, and perpetuate Jewish identity in our secular lives." Our sister organization, The Valley Cities Jewish Community Center (VCJCC) is having financial difficulties, and we urge all to support them with whatever you can donate. Please send checks to VCJCC 13164 Burbank Blvd., Sherman Oaks, 91401, CA. More info is available at their site Adat Chaverim provides a warm, Humanistic Jewish experience through: Holiday Celebrations and Social Activities Child and Adult Educational Life-Cycle Ceremonies and Services Bar and Bat Mitzvahs, Weddings, Births, Funerals, etc. A Monthly Shabbat Service A Monthly Newsletter and Calendar of Events Emotional and Spiritual Support

9. Kol Shalom: Community For Humanistic Judaism Offers a nontheistic alternative in Jewish life. Includes membership information, event calendar, and children's programs. http://www.kolshalom.org

Note: This site is under construction Kol Shalom, Community for Humanistic Judaism Portland, OR In the Spotlight (see calendar for details) In the Spotlight Sunday, Feb. 8 Sunday, Feb. 15 Kick-off Transition Meeting 1:00 P.M. Walker Road (see calendar Welcome to Kol Shalom's web site. Humanistic Judaism is a nontheistic alternative in contemporary Jewish life. It was established by Rabbi Sherwin T. Wine in 1963 in Detroit, Michigan. Humanistic Judaism embraces a human-centered philosophy that combines rational thinking with a celebration of Jewish culture and identity. Humanistic Jews value their Jewish identity and the aspects of Jewish culture that offer a genuine expression of their contemporary way of life. Humanistic Jewish communities celebrate Jewish holidays and life cycle events (such as weddings and bar and bat mitzvah) with inspirational ceremonies that draw upon but go beyond traditional literature. For more information email info@kolshalom.org Calendar Membership Contact Us ... Useful Links For problems with this website email Walter

10. Judaism Reading List: Humanistic Judaism (Pt. VII) culture.jewish.moderated Subject Judaism Reading List humanistic judaism (Pt. VII) Date Sun Additional Reading on Judaism Part VII humanistic judaism Last Change $Date 1995 http://www.faqs.org/faqs/judaism/reading-lists/humanistic

MultiPage Judaism Reading List: Humanistic Judaism (Pt. VII) maintainer@scjfaq.org soc.culture.jewish soc.culture.jewish.moderated http://master.scjfaq.org/rl/ URL: http://www.scjfaq.org/rl/ http://www.shj.org/ info@shj.org The society is internet-accessible; visit [9]www.shj.org (Society for Humanistic Judaism). There is also a mailing list for those with an interest in exploring and/or furthering the development of Humanistic Judaism. The list is hosted at [10] http://www.yahoogroups.com/ http://www.teleport.com/~hellman csjo@csjo.org join-hj@telelists.com , or sign up at the web site: [16] . Where Can I Get The Books * Many of these books are available through general bookstores or Judaica bookstores. A list of links to these may be found in the [17]sources section of the [18]General Reading List (if you are reading this at [19]www.scjfaq.org, you can simply click on the "Sources" button in the header navigation bar). * SHJ Press is the publishing arm of the Society for Humanistic Judaism movement. They have a web page at [20] http://www.shj.org/gift.html

11. Kol Hadash Northern California community affiliated with the Society for humanistic judaism. Celebrating Shabbat and other Jewish holidays and offering Sunday School and social groups. http://www.kolhadash.org

Northern California Community for Humanistic Judaism Rabbi Kai Eckstein Welcome! Kol Hadash is a New Voice for Jews and their families who care about their Jewish heritage but want to celebrate it in a community based on humanistic rather than theistic beliefs. If you are looking for what it means to be Jewish, or what it means to be in a family with Jewish roots, we offer answers that are quite different from those found in traditional congregations. Mission Statement We celebrate Jewish identity, history, and culture within a nontheistic secular framework. Please Come In! Our web site is intended for everyone. Community members can use it to find out what's happening in other parts of Kol Hadash , or to catch up on the latest goings on. Those interested in our community, or in Secular Judaism in general, can use it to get acquainted with us, with what we do, and with what we stand for. Shalom! Kol Hadash P.O. Box 1471 El Cerrito, CA 94530 Phone: 510-428-1492 Fax: 510-236-8936 Email: KolHadash@aol.com

12. Society For Humanistic Judaism - SHJ Philosophy humanistic judaism is a nontheistic alternative in contemporary Jewish life. You, too, can become a part of the Society for humanistic judaism. http://www.shj.org/what.htm

SHJ Philosophy SHJ Affiliates Membership and Support ... In Support of Israel SHJ Philosophy What is the Society For Humanistic Judaism? Many Jews are humanists, but their philosophy is not recognized or expressed by conventional synagogues and temples whether Orthodox, Conservative, or Reform. It is the time for the real beliefs of thousands of Jewish people to be recognized. This is the reason for the Society for Humanistic Judaism. The Society for Humanistic Judaism was established in 1969. The Society's mission is to mobilize people to celebrate Jewish identity and culture consistent with a Humanistic philosophy of life, independent of supernatural authority. As the central body for the Humanistic Jewish Movement in North America, the Society assists in organizing and supporting congregations and in providing a worldwide voice for its members. The Society has six purposes: To organize Humanistic Jewish communities, congregations, and havurot, in communities throughout the world. To be a national and international voice for Humanistic Judaism.

13. A Mother Questions Brit Milla by Nelly Karsenty published in humanistic judaism, Summer 1988. Extensive article includes support and information for Jewish parents regarding alternative (noncutting) bris ceremonies. http://www.noharmm.org/karsenty.htm

H O M E Quick links to products available in the Campaign for Genital Integrity . . . INFORMATIVE VIDEOS: Facing Circumcision Eight Physicians Tell Their Stories Restoration in Focus Instructional Video for Foreskin Restoration They Cut Babies, Don't They? One Man's Struggle Against Circumcision Whose Body, Whose Rights? Award-winning documentary seen on PBS! FORESKIN RESTORATION with: The P.U.D. new low pricing! and The VacuTrac at special introductory pricing! plus the Foreballs device A Mother Questions Brit Milla Nelly Karsenty Humanistic Judaism, p. 14-21, Summer 1988 NOTE: Links with a right-facing blue arrow will take you off this site. When I began to question the practice of circumcision among American Jews, to say that I had no idea of what a great taboo it was would be an understatement. Coming from a European background where routine circumcisions as practiced in most American hospitals are nonexistent, and where many Jews reject a brit milla as an archaic and barbaric ritual, I simply assumed that the Jewish community had divergent approaches to the issue just as with every other aspect of Judaism. I was stunned to realize that questioning this ritual is the ultimate taboo among American Jews. Not only was I not supposed to question it, but I was not even supposed to have the feelings and concerns that I had toward

14. Triangle Congregation For Humanistic Judaism TSHJ serves the Jewish community of the Research Triangle area of North carolina. humanistic judaism embraces a humancentered philosophy that combines rational thinking with a celebration of http://www.hjnc.org/humanistic_judaism

The Triangle Congregation for Humanistic Judaism Home Humanistic Judaism About Us Activities ... Home Humanistic Judaism Humanistic Judaism Humanistic Judaism is a secular alternative in contemporary Jewish life. It was established by Rabbi Sherwin T. Wine in 1963 in Detroit, Michigan. Humanistic Judaism embraces a human-centered philosophy that combines rational thinking with a celebration of Jewish culture and identity. Humanistic Jews value their Jewish identity and the aspects of Jewish culture that offer a genuine expression of their contemporary way of life. Humanistic Jewish communities celebrate Jewish holidays and life cycle events (such as weddings and bar and bat mitzvah) with inspirational ceremonies that draw upon but go beyond traditional literature. Are You a Humanistic Jew? Humanistic Jews affirm that... A Jew is a person who identifies with the history, culture, and future of the Jewish people. Judaism is the historic culture of the Jewish people.

15. HUMANISTIC JUDAISM Note This article is by Jane Goldhamer, a member of the board of the Society for humanistic judaism. goldhamr@teleport.com. humanistic judaism. http://www.teleport.com/~hellman/whatishj.goldhamer.html

Note: This article is by Jane Goldhamer, a member of the board of the Society for Humanistic Judaism. She writes here in her personal capacity. Jane is the founder and coordinator of Kol Shalom, Community for Humanistic Judaism in Portland, Oregon, U.S.A., and SHJ affiliate. She can be reached by e-mail at: goldhamr@teleport.com HUMANISTIC JUDAISM Secular or humanistic Judaism has existed as an alternative in Jewish life for over 100 years. For most of its history, it was an informal optionsecular Jews weren't organized as such, but participated in a variety of movements such as Zionism, Yiddish nationalism or Bundism, Jewish schools, cultural associations, and Jewish communal organizations. Only recently has the movement specifically for Humanistic Judaism taken form. The history is this: Early 1963A group of Jews who were members of Temple Beth El in Detroit wanted to start a new, small-but-hip, suburbanand very Reformcongregation. They approached 36-year-old Rabbi Sherwin Wine, who had been Beth El's assistant rabbi and moved from there to leading a Reform congregation in Windsor, Ontario. Rabbi Wine was known as a brilliant and dynamic speaker, but was within the Reform framework.

16. Soc Culture Jewish Humanistic Judaism Reading List: Index practices, beliefs, and history of the humanistic judaism Movement. humanistic judaism is less well known than Orthodox http://www.shamash.org/lists/scj-faq/HTML/rl/jsh-index.html

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17. Welcome To The City Congregation For Humanistic Judaism, New York City The City Congregation for humanistic judaism New York City New York City s The City Congregation for humanistic judaism. Join us on http://www.humanistjew.org/CityCongregationHome.htm

If you consider yourself a secular Jew whose identity is primarily cultural or intellectual, but not religious, you may not feel at home in a traditional congregation. You don't want to recite liturgy you may not believe, and yet you still want to be Jewish. And you want a way to celebrate your Jewishness. There is an alternative where you can feel at home: The City Congregation for Humanistic Judaism Join us on Friday, May 21 at 6:15pm for a Shabbat Celebration and Catered Dinner The City Congregation Teen Group presents Contemporary Music and its Relevance to Humanistic Judaism RSVP required deadline for catered dinner and childcare is Thursday, May 20 call Renée Fields at 212-564-6711, x304. Childcare available, ages 4+ Middle Eastern Meal Members $13, Nonmembers $18, All children 4-12 $5 at the Village Community School 272 West 10th Street, between Greenwich and Washington Streets Here you can celebrate and affirm your Jewishness in an exciting community of like-minded Jews. We invite you to join us. Become part of a vibrant Jewish congregation whose members maintain their Jewish identity in a way that is consistent with their secular lives and beliefs. To get a sense of how this works, look at excerpts from a Humanist Haggadah.

18. Congregation For Humanistic Judaism Of Fairfield County, Connecticut Information about humanistic judaism, news, calendar of events, membership and contact information. http://www.humanisticjews.org/index.htm

Welcome to the Congregation for Humanistic Judaism of Fairfield County, Connecticut S erving Westport, Norwalk, Fairfield, Weston, Wilton, Easton, Trumbull, Stamford and other communities since 1967 Top Links: Discussion Forum Other Links Top Links: This Month's Events Discussion Forum The Congregation for Humanistic Judaism is a welcoming, supportive community, serving Fairfield County since 1967, for secular Jews and their families to affirm, celebrate, and enrich Jewish identity and values. CHJ believes in personal responsibility to fulfill the Jewish ideals of loving-kindness, justice, and good deeds. Humanistic Judaism is one of the five branches of Judaism recognized by the United Jewish Communities of North America. We are affiliated with the Society for Humanistic Judaism and the International Federation of Secular Humanistic Jews, active worldwide. Your Child Can Be in This Picture Send your children to a Jewish Sunday School whose teachings reflect your own views on what it means to be Jewish in America today. No doctrine, no dogma. A place where they can learn about Jewish history, holidays, culture, literature, art, and music in a warm, participatory environment. For children pre-school and up. Small class size fosters involvement and learning. And, when it comes time for their Bar/Bat Mitzvah, it will be a ceremony your whole family will be proud of. Come see what we've got to offer!

19. Congregation For Humanistic Judaism Of Fairfield County, Connecticut. Links Welcome to the Congregation for humanistic judaism of Fairfield County, Connecticut. National Society for humanistic judaism. www.shj.org. http://www.humanisticjews.org/links.htm

Welcome to the Congregation for Humanistic Judaism of Fairfield County, Connecticut S erving Westport, Norwalk, Fairfield, Weston, Wilton, Easton, Trumbull, Stamford and other communities since 1967 Top Links: Discussion Forum Other Links Links to Related Sources Organizations and Congregations: National - Society for Humanistic Judaism www.shj.org California - Northern California Society for Humanistic Judaism Society for Humanistic Judaism of San Diego, Alex Levin Chapter www.jewishinsandiego.org/congragations.html Los Angeles Society for Humanistic Judaism Connecticut - Congregation for Humanistic Judaism www.humanisticjews.org Colorado, Beth Ami in Boulder http://www.bethami.com/ Florida, Congregation for Humanistic Judaism in Sarasota Massachusetts , Boston Kahal B'raira, Congregation for Humanistic Judaism http://www.kahalbraira.org/ Michigan - Birmingham Temple www.birminghamtemple.org New Mexico - New Mexico Community for Humanistic Judaism www.flash.net/~kcraw/index.htm

20. Humanistic Judaism Congregations humanistic judaism. CONGREGATIONS. Click Here to Visit our Sponsors. What is humanistic judaism? Secular Humanism is a nonreligiously http://www.religioustolerance.org/jud_huma.htm

HUMANISTIC JUDAISM CONGREGATIONS Click Here to Visit our Sponsors. What is Humanistic Judaism? " Secular Humanism " is a non-religiously based philosophy promoting man as the measure of all things. They value knowledge based on reason and hard evidence rather than on faith. They generally reject the concept of a personal God. The movement can be traced directly back to the rationalism of the 18th Century and the free thought movement of the 19th Century. Its roots are in the system of rational philosophy created in ancient Greece. " Religious Humanism " is similar to secular Humanism, except that it is practiced within a religious setting with community, fellowship and rituals. Its various forms are seen in Ethical Culture Societies, some groups affiliated with the Unitarian Universalist Association and in congregations associated with the Society for Humanistic Judaism Humanistic Judaism, then, is a group within Judaism which follows religious Humanism. According to an article in the Washington Post, " Stephen P. Weldon, a historian of humanism at Cornell University, said that Jewish humanists reflect an emerging pattern of religious humanism as distinct from secular humanism. 'A lot of humanists have decided that religion is a natural human impulse and...that there needs to be some kind of ritual and socializing aspect and that going to church or going to temple can help us do that,' Weldon said.

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