Maaseh Hoshev Volume 2 Equality - Hebrew Edition Author:Various Authors Maaseh Hoshev is a groundbreaking annual Torah journal containing in-depth essays on Jewish thought. These works are born of a desire for truth imbued with reverence for the sacred, and reflect deep and fundamental soul searching combined with freedom of thought and broad horizons. This journal, which will serve as a creative home for leading To... more »rah scholars and academics, will facilitate vibrant discourse that is rooted in Torah values and is attuned to contemporary needs.
The central theme of this volume is equality a hot-button issue throughout the world, which has naturally influenced the Jewish world in particular. This broad theme encompasses a number of topics subject to fierce debate both in Israeli society and worldwide. These topics include the relationship between the Jewish people and other nations, gender and family, economics, law, and more.
What is the proper balance between Jewish particularism and universalism? Is Jewish society egalitarian? How do we relate to the subject of gender equality? What is the Torah s position on economic equality? Examination of these and other questions will lead into the presentation of novel approaches that may prove helpful in dealing with the intellectual and practical challenges of today.
Beyond the main theme, this volume contains a wealth of fascinating articles on a variety of topics, such as: the scientific knowledge of the Sages, the Chabad Hasidic movement s response to the challenge of secularization, the modern relevance of the Noahide doctrine, the influence of neuroscientific discoveries on our understanding of prophecies concerning the end of days, and more.« less