Modern Orthodox Judaism offers an extensive selection of primary texts documenting the Orthodox encounter with American Judaism that led to the emergence of the Modern Orthodox movement. Many texts in this volume are drawn from episodes of conflict that helped form Modern Orthodox Judaism. These include the traditionalists’ response to the early expressions of Reform Judaism; as well as incidents that helped define the widening differences between Orthodox and Conservative Judaism in the early twentieth century. Other texts explore the internal struggles to maintain order and balance once Orthodox Judaism had separated itself from other religious movements. Zev Eleff combines published documents with seldom-seen archival sources in tracing Modern Orthodoxy as it developed into a structured movement; established its own institutions; and encountered critical events and issues—some that helped shape the movement and others that caused tension within it. A general introduction explains the rise of the movement and puts the texts in historical context. Brief introductions to each section guide readers through the documents of this new; dynamic Jewish expression.
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Good photos. About to read MrBy Sean A. HeaneyFascinating; wide ranging book on Nazi Occultism; well written documented. Good photos. About to read Mr. Levandas 2nd volume on the subject; from the aftermath of WWII thru the present day.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. An All Encompassing Look at Hitler and the Nazi MovementBy DebWell written and documented; the perspective on the Nazi movement and Hitler himself is greatly enhanced by the inclusion of the "spiritual" dynamic of all that took place prior to; during; and after World War II.5 of 6 people found the following review helpful. Excellent research!By Kathryn M.Although I could go on and on; like the other reviewers; I'll try to keep this short. Peter Levenda did extensive research for this book; and its obvious looking at the bibliography. There was a lot going on in the world before and during WWII; and this book really opened my eyes as to how many significant events were inspired by the occult and superstitions. I always viewed historical texts focused on this particular time frame as very dry and dull; but this book really got down and dirty with the alterior motives behind all the strategy that took place during those years.This book was NOT an easy read; however... but it was well worth the effort to stay focused. There was no filler material like most books have - each sentence and paragraph was full of information and detail; so if you drift off into thought about what you just read; you'll miss something important.I just wish I could buy it in hardback.
