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SEARCH ALL PEOPLEHOOD PAPERS

A collection of articles from a diverse group of Jewish leaders and thinkers that cover philosophical aspects of Jewish Peoplehood as well as practical implications for Jewish organizations, schools and communities. Over the years, the Papers have covered a large range of topics relating to Jewish Peoplehood.

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The Boundaries of our City in the Age of Globalization

Micha Odenheimer

In the age of globalization the Jewish people and Israel should expand their ethical responsibility to address extreme poverty in the developing world, as the interconnected global economy blurs traditional boundaries of moral obligation and offers an opportunity for Judaism to actively shape a more just future for humanity.

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6.7

"Seek the Peace and Prosperity of Your City": Towards an expanded interpretation of Jeremiah's Call

Rachel Liel

The article advocates for reconciling local Jewish needs with global humanitarian efforts, using the New Israel Fund's inclusive approach in Israel as a model.

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6.9

Peoplehood is with People

Rachel Farbiarz & Ruth W. Messinger

The article posits that Jewish identity calls for ethical responsibilities towards both one's own community and the global population, emphasizing that these obligations are interconnected.

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6.11

Your Town's Poor come first in a Global World

Yuval Cherlow

While Jewish tradition emphasizes the importance of helping those closest to us, it also leaves room for expanding circles of aid, acknowledging the need to break from traditional boundaries to assist the broader human community in times of global crisis.

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6.13

Introduction: Peoplehood Philanthropy – Some Reflections on the State of the Field

Shlomi Ravid and Ezra Kopelowitz

Jewish philanthropy is innovatively transforming individual Jewish experiences into a collective narrative, emphasizing community and modern identity.

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7.1

Hebrew and Peoplehood

David Gedzelman

Promoting Modern Israeli Hebrew education among American Jews is vital to deepening the connection and understanding of rich history and culture of the Jewish people.

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7.3

"Aniyei Ircha Kodmim"- Where does it end? The Israeli case

Nir Sarig

Why has the Jewish concept of tikkun olam not yet been fully integrated into Israeli society? Despite Israel's international relief efforts, are they often seen as serving the nation's self-interest? What can fix this situation?

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6.8

Towards a new understanding of Jewish Peoplehood: Undoing the false tension of Particularism and Universalism [or between Aniyei Ircha Kodmim and Tikkun Olam]

Rachel Sabath Beit-Halachmi

Rabbi Rachel Sabath Beit-Halachmi argues that modernity doesn't force Jews to choose between particularist Jewish values and universal human ethics, but instead offers an opportunity to integrate both, leading to a more evolved and balanced Jewish identity that aligns with the core of Jewish tradition.

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6.1

"Charity begins at home" but should not end there

Shlomi Ravid

Dr. Shlomi Ravid explores the ethical tension within the Jewish community between focusing on one's own people and the broader responsibility of Tikkun Olam, arguing that both can be addressed in a balanced manner through a collective Jewish sense of justice.

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6.12

Reinvigorating Jewish Peoplehood: The Philanthropic Perspective

Shlomi Ravid

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7

Towards a Community of Purpose

Andres Spokoiny

Amidst global identity crises, how can a redefined Jewish "peoplehood" bridge modern individualism with collective purpose, and what role does philanthropy play as a key connector?

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7.2

Jewish Peoplehood – A Philanthropic Focus

David Mallach and Sanford Antignas

Amidst shifting global identities, there's a pressing need for philanthropists to prioritize Jewish Peoplehood, ensuring that the collective Jewish identity remains vibrant and relevant in contemporary society.

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7.4

CJPE

The Center for Jewish Peoplehood Education serves as a resource and catalyst for developing the field of Jewish Peoplehood. It also serves as the central entity to address the challenges of Jewish Peoplehood education. CJPE offers institutions and individuals the resources and support to obtain professional development, content and programmatic development. It will achieve this through research, resource and content development, evaluation, convening, lectures, and mentoring and consulting.

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