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Editorial Remarks

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This editorial examines the thematic coherence of a Conservative Judaism journal issue through the lens of the traditional Jewish triad of God, Torah, and Israel. The methodology involves analyzing contributed articles to demonstrate how Conservative Judaism maintains balanced attention to all three elements, distinguishing it from other Jewish movements that emphasize certain principles at others' expense. Key findings reveal several critical areas: Rothschild's identification of God's absence from contemporary Jewish educational curricula represents a fundamental dropout in pedagogical discourse; responsa literature and Petuchowski's analysis of the second day of yom tov illustrate ongoing efforts to develop methodologies for applying Jewish law reverently to contemporary problems; and discussions of Israel reflect broader concerns of the Jewish people globally. The analysis demonstrates that Conservative Judaism treats Torah as an "unfinished book" and Halakhah as a viable instrument for addressing modern Jewish life challenges. The editorial concludes that the Conservative Movement remains intellectually vibrant and self-critical, embracing diversity within unity while maintaining commitment to comprehensive Jewish practice and thought across all foundational elements.

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    Published 1970

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    Mordecai Waxman