1. Jewish Reconstructionist Federation - Welcome Reconstructionism. Is reconstructionist judaism For You? The Reconstructionist Movement About Congregational Affiliation Discussion Forums Audio resources. http://www.jrf.org/

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2. Is Reconstructionist Judaism For You? Is reconstructionist judaism For You? We recommend Exploring Judaism A Reconstructionist Approach by Rabbis Rebecca T. Alpert and Jacob J. Staub. http://www.jrf.org/recon/rjis.html

Is Reconstructionist Judaism For You? Reconstructionist Judaism is a progressive, contemporary approach to Jewish life which integrates a deep respect for traditional Judaism with the insights and ideas of contemporary social, intellectual and spiritual life. Judaism as the Culture of the Jewish People For Reconstructionists, Judaism is more than Jewish religion; Judaism is the entire cultural legacy of the Jewish people. Religion is central; Jewish spiritual insights and religious teachings give meaning and purpose to our lives. Yet our creativity as expressed through art, music and drama, languages and literature, and our relationship with the land of Israel itself are also integral parts of Jewish culture. Each of these aspects provides a gateway into the Jewish experience that can enrich and inspire us. Community as Cornerstone While deeply connected to the historical experience of the Jewish people, we find a profound sense of belonging in our contemporary communities as well. This connection often leads to increased ritual observance and experimentation with the ritual rhythms of Jewish life. We find meaning in rediscovering the richness of traditional ritual and creating new observances which respond to our contemporary communal and personal cycles. Reconstructionist communities are characterized by their respect for such core values as democratic process, pluralism, and accessibility. In this way, they create participatory, inclusive, egalitarian communities committed to exploring Jewish life with dedication, warmth and enthusiasm.

3. Judaism Reading List: Reconstructionist Judaism (Pt. VI) Single Page Judaism Reading List reconstructionist judaism (Pt. VI). reconstructionist judaism is the small fourth movement of American Judaism. http://www.faqs.org/faqs/judaism/reading-lists/reconstructionist/preamble.html

Single Page Judaism Reading List: Reconstructionist Judaism (Pt. VI) Archive-name: judaism/reading-lists/reconstructionist Soc-culture-jewish-archive-name: reading.reconstructionist Posting-Frequency: Monthly Selected Sources for Additional Reading on Judaism Part VI: Reconstructionist Judaism [Last Change: $Date: 1995/10/19 15:21:35 $ $Revision: 1.3 $] [Last Post: Sat Feb 14 11:07:04 US/Pacific 2004] This message is intended to provide readers of soc.culture.jewish http://www.jrf.org/ ). The association of the reconstructionist Rabbis is the Reconstructionist Rabbinical Association. The Reconstructionist Rabbinical College publishes Raayonot as its rabbinical journal. 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 [8]sources section of the [9]General Reading List (if you are reading this at [10]www.scjfaq.org, you can simply click on the "Sources" button in the header navigation bar). * Publications of the Jewish Reconstructionist Foundation, the Reconstructionist Press, etc. may be obtained from: Jewish Reconstructionist Federation Beit Devora 7804 Montgomery Avenue, Suite 9 Elkins Park, PA 19027-2649 Phone (215) 782-8500 Fax (215) 782-8805 E-mail [11] info@jrf.org

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Got Jewish and Hebrew software ? We do! Jewish and Israeli magazines and newspapers ... Jewish CDs New! Traditional Talmud sets! SALE - 20% OFF! Artscroll seforim/books Mazel tov! Choose from 82 ketubahs New! Ahava, Gottex, Naot, and more Israeli Products! New! Judaica and Jewish Jewelry New! Need a tallit tefillin , or kiddush cup Reconstructionist Judaism Reconstructionism is unique among the Jewish denominations as the product of the fertile mind of one person, Rabbi Mordecai Kaplan. Kaplan, who grew up and studied in an Orthodox environment, taught for decades at the Conservative Jewish Theological Seminary, developed his theories of reconstructing Jewish civilization for modern needs. Books on Reconstructionist Judaism Below are books on Reconstructionist Judaism and, not surprisingly in light of the longevity and productivity of Mordecai Kaplan, many of them are authored by Kaplan himself. Mordecai M. Kaplan and the Development of Reconstructionism Exploring Judaism: A Reconstructionist Approach (Expanded and Updated) Judaism As a Civilization: Toward a Reconstruction of American-Jewish Life The New American Haggadah: Haggadah Shel Pesah ... If Not Now, When: Toward a Reconstitution of the Jewish People Want more books on Reconstructionist Judaism? Try a search on Amazon More Jewish Books Jewish Book Mall Home Artscroll SALE - 20% OFF!

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MultiPage Judaism Reading List: Reconstructionist Judaism (Pt. VI) maintainer@scjfaq.org soc.culture.jewish soc.culture.jewish.moderated http://master.scjfaq.org/rl/ URL: http://www.scjfaq.org/rl/ http://www.jrf.org/ ). The association of the reconstructionist Rabbis is the Reconstructionist Rabbinical Association. The Reconstructionist Rabbinical College publishes Raayonot as its rabbinical journal. 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 [8]sources section of the [9]General Reading List (if you are reading this at [10]www.scjfaq.org, you can simply click on the "Sources" button in the header navigation bar). * Publications of the Jewish Reconstructionist Foundation, the Reconstructionist Press, etc. may be obtained from: Jewish Reconstructionist Federation Beit Devora 7804 Montgomery Avenue, Suite 9 Elkins Park, PA 19027-2649 Phone (215) 782-8500 Fax (215) 782-8805 E-mail [11] info@jrf.org

7. Reconstructionist Rabbinical College The center for reconstructionist judaism, training prospective students for rabbinical ordination. http://rrc.edu/

Search Reconstructionist Rabbis Endorse Civil Marriage for Same-Sex Couples RRC Hosts Online Chat Thursday May 20, 8:00 P.M. to 10: P.M. EDT RRC Honors Survival of the Shoah Visual History Foundation and Oral History Initiative The Center for Jewish Ethics The Center for Jewish Women's and Gender Studies Reconstructionist Judaism Login 1299 Church Road, Wyncote, PA 19095 Phone (215) 576-0800 : Fax (215) 576-6143

8. Congregation Beit Tikvah, A Reconstructionist Jewish Community In Baltimore Adhering to reconstructionist judaism. Statements of faith, schedule of services, community outreach, family programs, adult education, directions and contact information. http://www.beittikvah.org/

Shalom W elcome to Beit Tikvah, a warm, welcoming, diverse and egalitarian Reconstructionist Jewish congregation located in Roland Park We take a progressive approach to Jewish life, integrating a deep respect for traditional Judaism with the insights of contemporary life. Learn more about us. Pictured: Music, a picnic and an afternnon of socializing are all part of our Annual Meeting, this year scheduled on June 13, 12:30-4 p.m. Come here the music play ... come to the Cabaret Coming Up @ Beit Tikvah Experience a TorahYoga minyan Saturday, June 12 Meet Our Rabbi, Elizabeth Bolton Rabbi Liz's Monthly Commentaries June Globalization and the Jewish Question Also: Book Columns Recordings High Holy Days Talks Join the Kol Tikvah Choir Beit Tikvah Matters Include your favorite recipe in the forthcoming Beit Tikvah cookbook , coordinated by the Vaad HaYeladim Committee.

9. Judaism Reading List: Reconstructionist Judaism (Pt. VI) MultiPage. Judaism Reading List reconstructionist judaism (Pt. VI). reconstructionist judaism is the small fourth movement of American Judaism. http://www.faqs.org/faqs/judaism/reading-lists/reconstructionist/

MultiPage Judaism Reading List: Reconstructionist Judaism (Pt. VI) maintainer@scjfaq.org soc.culture.jewish soc.culture.jewish.moderated http://master.scjfaq.org/rl/ URL: http://www.scjfaq.org/rl/ http://www.jrf.org/ ). The association of the reconstructionist Rabbis is the Reconstructionist Rabbinical Association. The Reconstructionist Rabbinical College publishes Raayonot as its rabbinical journal. 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 [8]sources section of the [9]General Reading List (if you are reading this at [10]www.scjfaq.org, you can simply click on the "Sources" button in the header navigation bar). * Publications of the Jewish Reconstructionist Foundation, the Reconstructionist Press, etc. may be obtained from: Jewish Reconstructionist Federation Beit Devora 7804 Montgomery Avenue, Suite 9 Elkins Park, PA 19027-2649 Phone (215) 782-8500 Fax (215) 782-8805 E-mail [11] info@jrf.org

10. Reconstructionist Judaism reconstructionist judaism. The Reconstructionist Press is the major source of books on the reconstructionist judaism, including http://www.shamayim.org/Reconstructionist Judaism.html

Reconstructionist Judaism The children of Jews who came to America in the immigration wave of 1880-1920 wondered how to reconcile their European heritage with the wide-open atmosphere in America. It was the insight of Rabbi Mordecai Kaplan, the founder of Reconstructionism, that Judaism could do well by incorporating the American ideals of equality, democracy and inclusivity. Theological perspectives that flourished in traditional hierarchical societies needed to be reconstructed to speak in a society where authority derived from the people and where one's religious or ethnic identity was not in principle a barrier to full economic and political participation. Reconstructionism is a Jewish embrace of and response to American democratic society. It is a Jewish approach that takes America seriously, both by bringing Jewish perspectives to bear on social issues, and by incorporating the best of American values into Judaism. Reconstructionism is a "bottom-up" approach to Judaism. It begins with the experiences of the Jewish people. It speaks less of revelation and more of discovery. It emphasizes connection, opportunity and responsibility over commandment. Reconstructionists envision a maximalist liberal Judaism that serves as a rich source of spiritual self-expression and moral challenge in the ways Jews conduct their lives. Reconstructionism defines Judaism as the evolving religious civilization of the Jewish people

11. Introduction To Judaism - Reconstructionist Judaism Search. Judaism Introduction to Judaism Branches of Judaism reconstructionist judaism. http://judaism.about.com/library/3_intro/level1/bl_denom_recon.htm

zJs=10 zJs=11 zJs=12 zJs=13 zc(5,'jsc',zJs,9999999,'') About Judaism Home Essentials ... Israel zau(256,152,145,'gob','http://z.about.com/5/ad/go.htm?gs='+gs,''); Ask the Rabbi FAQ Beliefs, Ideas, Philosophy Blessings, Prayers Branches of Judaism ... Help zau(256,138,125,'el','http://z.about.com/0/ip/417/0.htm','');w(xb+xb); Stay Current Subscribe to the About Judaism newsletter. Search Judaism Introduction to Judaism Branches of Judaism: Reconstructionist Judaism Basic Judaism Questions More Introduction to Judaism Pages Related Resources Ask the Rabbi Jewish Holidays Jewish Lifecycle Events Jewish How To Pages Related Links Sites about Judaism Basics Reconstructionist Judaism is a progressive, contemporary approach to Jewish life that integrates a deep respect for traditional Judaism with the insights and ideas of contemporary social, intellectual and spiritual life. The founder of the reconstructionist movement, Rabbi Mordecai M. Kaplan, launched the movement in the 1920's with the creation of a reconstructionist magazine and his book, Judaism as a Civilization: Toward a Reconstruction of American Jewish Life . It was the insight of Rabbi Kaplan that Judaism could do well by incorporating the American ideals of equality and democracy. Theological perspectives that flourished in traditional hierarchical societies needed to be reconstructed to speak in a society where authority derived from the people and where one's religious or ethnic identity was not, in principle, a barrier to full economic and political participation.

12. Reconstructionist Judaism Search. Judaism, reconstructionist judaism. Reconstructionists believe that Judaism is an evolving religious civilization. The movement http://judaism.about.com/od/reconstructionistjudaism/

zJs=10 zJs=11 zJs=12 zJs=13 zc(5,'jsc',zJs,9999999,'') About Judaism Branches of Judaism Reconstructionist Judaism Home Essentials Intro to Judaism Jewish Events ... Israel zau(256,152,145,'gob','http://z.about.com/5/ad/go.htm?gs='+gs,''); Ask the Rabbi FAQ Beliefs, Ideas, Philosophy Blessings, Prayers Branches of Judaism ... Help zau(256,138,125,'el','http://z.about.com/0/ip/417/0.htm','');w(xb+xb); Stay Current Subscribe to the About Judaism newsletter. Search Judaism Reconstructionist Judaism Reconstructionists believe that Judaism is an "evolving religious civilization." The movement does not believe in a personified deity that is active in history and does not believe that God chose the Jewish people. Reconstructionists observe halakhah (Jewish Law) if they choose to, not because it is a binding Law from God, but because it is a valuable cultural remnant. Alphabetical Recent Up a category Web Site of the Jewish Reconstructionist Federation The official site of the Reconstructionist movemement describes the history and beliefs of Reconstructionist Judaism and includes links to local congregations and an events calendar. About Reconstructionist Judaism Reconstructionist Judaism is a progressive, contemporary approach to Jewish life that integrates a deep respect for traditional Judaism with the insights and ideas of contemporary social, intellectual and spiritual life.

13. University Synagogue, Irvine, CA The mission of University Synagogue is to be a center of reconstructionist judaism for adults and children. Embodying a sense of community, it kindles spirituality and foster intellectual challenge while broadening the boundaries of modern Jewish life http://universitysynagogue.org/

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14. Soc Culture Jewish Reconstructionist Judaism Reading List: Reconstructionist Lit Reconstructionist Liturgy. JRF91 Teutsch, David A. (ed). Kol Haneshamah Shirim Uvrahot Songs and Blessings . The Reconstructionist Press, 1991. http://www.shamash.org/lists/scj-faq/HTML/rl/jrc-liturgy.html

Soc.Culture.Jewish Newsgroups Reading Lists URL: www.scjfaq.org/rl/jrc-liturgy.html www.scjfaq.org/rl Overall RL Index Sources Reconstructionist Liturgy Teutsch, David A. (ed). Kol Haneshamah: Shirim Uvrahot: Songs and Blessings . The Reconstructionist Press, 1991. Jewish Reconstructionist Federation; 2000. Hardcover. ISBN 0-935457-44-5. [Songs, Blessing and Rituals For the Home includes music; also available is an audio tape to accompany the book.] Teutsch, David A. (ed). Kol Haneshamah: Shabbat Vehagim . The Reconstructionist Press, 1994. Jewish Reconstructionist Federation; 1996. Hardcover. 3rd ed. ISBN 0-935457-46-1. [Sabbath and Holidays Prayerbook; includes a revised version of the Erev Shabbat book] Teutsch, David A. (ed). Kol Haneshamah: Limot Hol (Daily Prayer Book) . The Reconstructionist Press, Wyncote, Pennsylvania, 1996. pages Jewish Reconstructionist Federation; 2000. Reprint edition. ISBN 0-935457-47-X. [Contains readings for use in a house of mourning and throughout the year] Federation of Reconstructionist Congregations and Havurot.

15. NVRC: Books Books About reconstructionist judaism. Judaism As a Civilization Toward a Reconstruction of AmericanJewish Life by Mordechai M. Kaplan. Return to Top of Page. http://www.nvrc.net/booklist.htm

Home About Reconstructionist Judaism Events News ... Contact Us KANVRC: Books for Sale In Association with and Amazon.com Books About Reconstructionist Judaism Reconstructionist Prayer Books Other Jewish Books Book Group Selections Books About Reconstructionist Judaism Exploring Judaism: A Reconstructionist Approach by Rebecca T. Alpert and Jacob J. Staub (Offered through the Amazon.com Associates program) Judaism As a Civilization : Toward a Reconstruction of American-Jewish Life by Mordechai M. Kaplan Return to Top of Page Reconstructionist Prayer Books Shabbat Vehagim - This is the Sabbath and Festival prayer book that we use at NVRC services. Limot Hol : Daily Prayer Book - The Reconstructionist siddur for weekdays Shirim Uvrahot : Songs and Blessings - A Reconstructionist book of songs and blessings for home use Mahzor Leyamim Nora'im - The Reconstructionist High Holiday prayer book. (We use one created by members at NVRC.) Tefilot Leveyt Ha'evel: Prayers for a House of Mourning - A Reconstructionist prayer book for shiva minyanim. (Offered through the Amazon.com Associates program) Return to Top of Page Other Jewish Books The Jewish Publication Society Hebrew-English Tanakh (Offered through the Amazon.com Associates program)

16. Reconstructionist Judaism reconstructionist judaism. reconstructionist judaism is a denomination of Judaism characterized by The belief that an individual s http://www.fact-index.com/r/re/reconstructionist_judaism.html

Main Page See live article Alphabetical index Reconstructionist Judaism Reconstructionist Judaism is a denomination of Judaism characterized by: The belief that an individual's personal autonomy generally overrides traditional Jewish law and custom , yet also holding that one's practices must take into account communal consensus. This leads to a somewhat more traditional set of observances than seen in Reform Judaism A positive attitude toward modern culture. The belief that traditional rabbinic modes of study, as well as modern scholarship and critical text study, are both valid ways to learn about and from Jewish religious texts. A non-fundamentalist method of teaching about Jewish principles of faith , along with the belief that no Jew needs to accept all, or any, principles of faith. The rejection of the belief that the Jews are in any way a people chosen by God, the rejection of all miracles, and the rejection of theism Table of contents 1 Origin 2 Theology 3 Jewish law and tradition 4 Principles of Belief ... 6 External Links Origin Reconstructionism was developed by Rabbis Mordecai Kaplan ) and Ira Eisenstein over a period of time spanning from the late to the 1940s. It formally became a distinct denomination within

17. Role Of Women In Judaism CJLS teshuvah by Rabbi Gerald C. Skolnik, 1993. The role of women in Reform and reconstructionist judaism. (To be written.). External links. http://www.fact-index.com/r/ro/role_of_women_in_judaism.html

Main Page See live article Alphabetical index Role of women in Judaism The following considers the role of women in Judaism Table of contents 1 The role of women in classical Judaism 2 The role of women in medieval Judaism 3 Women in Modern Judaism today 3.1 Women in Orthodox Judaism ... 5 References The role of women in classical Judaism This section will briefly survey the role of women in Judaism during its formative years, in the time period of the Mishnah (up to 200 CE) and the time period of the Talmud (up to 600 CE) See also Old Testament views on women The role of women in medieval Judaism This section will briefly survey the role of women in Judaism from the post-Talmudic era up until The Enlightenment Both the Tanakh and the Talmud allow polygamy ; however the Torah's stories imply that monogamy is the preferred and ideal state; the Talmud itself teaches that monogamy is the ideal that all people should follow. In most Jewish communities, polygamy has not existed in any significant form for thousands of years. In the 10th century C.E., Rabbi Gershom of Germany issued a rabbinic decree banning polygamy, and his ruling has been accepted by all Jewish communities. (The isolated Yemenite Jewish community continued to practice polygamy into the

18. Reconstructionist Judaism Table Of Contents reconstructionist judaism. The First American Bat Mitzvah; Rabbi Mordecai M. Kaplan; The Thirteen Wants; Who is a Reconstructionist Jew? http://www.us-israel.org/jsource/Judaism/recon.html

Reconstructionist Judaism The First American Bat Mitzvah Rabbi Mordecai M. Kaplan The Thirteen Wants Who is a Reconstructionist Jew?

19. Who Is A Reconstructionist Jew? the environmental future. Personal as well as social ethics are an integral feature of reconstructionist judaism. We affirm the http://www.us-israel.org/jsource/Judaism/reconstruction.html

Who is a Reconstructionist Jew? A Reconstructionist Jewish has strong commitments both to tradition and to the search for contemporary meaning. Reconstructionists encourage all Jews to enhance their own lives by reclaiming our shared heritage and becoming active participants in the building of the Jewish future. The Evolving Religious Civilization of the Jewish People Reconstructionists define Judaism as the evolving religious civilization of the Jewish people. By "evolving" we mean that Judaism has changed over the centuries of its existence. The faith of the ancient Israelites in the days of Solomon's Temple was not the same as that of the early rabbis. And neither of those faiths was the same as that of our more recent European ancestors. Each generation of Jews has subtly reshaped the faith and traditions of the Jewish people. Reconstructionist Jews seek to nurture this evolution. We see it as the lifeblood of Judaism, the power that allows Judaism to continue as a dynamic tradition in every age. By "religious" we mean that Judaism is the means by which we conduct our search for ultimate meaning in life. God The Past Has a Vote, Not a Veto

20. Encyclopedia: Reconstructionist Judaism Updated Dec 02, 2003. Encyclopedia reconstructionist judaism. The role of women in reconstructionist judaism is the same as that held by Reform Judaism. http://www.nationmaster.com/encyclopedia/Reconstructionist-Judaism

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