Toward a Dynamic Relational Judaism
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The tension between divine omnipotence and relational covenant has long challenged Jewish theological thought, complicated by Greek philosophical influences that privilege absolute divine power over partnership. Process Theology offers a compelling resolution to this theological dilemma, aligning more closely with biblical and rabbinic concepts of God-human relationship than traditional substance metaphysics. Through philosophical and theological analysis of Rabbi Artson's Process framework for modern Judaism, a more dynamic understanding emerges: divine power operates through persuasion rather than coercion, enabling genuine partnership while preserving both divine goodness and meaningful covenant. Process Theology's panentheistic vision, emphasizing internal relations and divine presence within creation, provides an authentic foundation for Jewish covenantal theology that addresses the problem of evil while maintaining theological integrity. This reconceptualization supports a dynamic, relational Judaism better equipped to meet contemporary theological challenges, demonstrating how Process thought can revitalize traditional Jewish concepts of divine-human partnership without compromising core religious values.

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Published 2010-2011
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Sandra Lubarsky