Exploring Judaism Writers Fellowship Cohort 2: 2026
Exploring Judaism, the digital home of Conservative/Masorti Judaism, and our Movement’s Center for Human Dignity & Public Policy are partnering to launch a paid, four-month, cohort-based LGBTQ+ Writers Fellowship for Conservative/traditional egalitarian LGBTQ+ writers (18+) to cultivate their professional voice, expand their writing portfolio and network, and share Torah with a broad audience.
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Jun29
Distinctive Emphasis in Conservative Judaism: Vis-a-Vis the Halakha (1952)
Rabbi Max L. Forman z”‘ wrote: “the formulation of a dynamic approach to Jewish law; not to a corpus or platform, but to a methodology.”
Jun12
What is Bikur Holim, Visiting the Sick? Why is it Important?
“Bikur holim” in Hebrew means visiting the sick. Here's some guidance on how to do this important Mitzvah.
May15
Overview of the Afternoon Service
The Afternoon Service, called Minḥah (or Mincha), is much shorter than the Morning Service and has no unique components.
Feb13
What to Do and What to Expect at a Shiva
The purpose of the shiva is to comfort the bereaved individual or family, there are a few basic steps for when you attend one.
Nov18
Rain Insertions Part 2: Theology and a Talmudic Reading
In the second part of our series on rain insertions, explore the theology behind rain insertions and a Talmudic reading to accompany this.
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