This special issue of Conservative Judaism honors Neil Gillman, a distinguished scholar and theologian who profoundly influenced the Jewish Theological Seminary, the Conservative movement, and broader Jewish intellectual discourse over five decades. Born in Quebec City in 1933, Gillman pursued philosophical studies at McGill University before attending JTS, where he was ordained in 1960 and subsequently earned a PhD in philosophy from Columbia University in 1975. The methodology employed in this tribute involves contributions from former students and colleagues who examine Gillman's multifaceted impact through original scholarship and reflective essays. The main findings demonstrate Gillman's extensive influence through his administrative leadership as dean of the Rabbinical School, his prolific scholarly output including award-winning works such as "Sacred Fragments: Recovering Theology for the Modern Jew," and his pivotal role in major Conservative movement controversies regarding women's and homosexual ordination. Key conclusions highlight Gillman's distinctive approach to theology, characterized by his commitment to honest theological discourse accessible to lay audiences, his integration of traditional Jewish thought with modern sensibilities, and his recognition that authentic theology emerges from traditions that have become problematic yet retain transformative potential.