The quest for Jewish survival in contemporary Judaism reveals a critical tension between ethnic and theological approaches, each insufficient on its own. Through comparative analysis of Philip Arian and Andre Ungar's opposing perspectives on Jewish continuity, distinct limitations emerge: purely ethnic approaches falter in suburban synagogue settings where cultural touchstones have eroded, while strictly theological frameworks risk severing connections to lived Jewish experience. Analysis of educational curricula and theological frameworks within Conservative Jewish institutions demonstrates the need for a more nuanced strategy. A balanced approach, centered on ritual and textual foundations—particularly Siddur-based education—creates accessible entry points for Jewish engagement while honoring both collective identity and contemporary practical constraints. The unprecedented theological challenge posed by the Holocaust cannot be dismissed as historically irrelevant, underscoring how sustainable Jewish survival requires both ethnic loyalty and intellectual engagement. By proposing pragmatic solutions that bridge particularistic and universalistic dimensions of Jewish experience, this research advances ongoing debates in Jewish education and theology toward more effective models of continuity.