The birth of conservative Judaism : Solomon Schechter's disciples and the creation of an American religious movement

The birth of conservative Judaism : Solomon Schechter's disciples and the creation of an American religious movement /

Solomon Schechter (1847?1915), the charismatic leader of New York's Jewish Theological Seminary (JTS), came to America in 1902 intent on revitalizing traditional Judaism. While he advocated a return to traditional practices, Schechter articulated no clear position on divisive issues, instead pr...

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Main Author: Cohen, Michael R. (Michael Ralph), 1978-
Format: Electronic eBook
Language:English
Published: New York : Columbia University Press, ©2012.
Subjects:
Schechter, S. > (Solomon), > 1847-1915.
Conservative Judaism > United States > History.
Online Access: Full text (Emmanuel users only)
Table of Contents:
  • Introduction
  • Solomon Schechter and the charismatic bond
  • The United Synagogue and the transition to postcharismatic authority
  • A "heretic," a "maverick," and the challenge to inclusivity
  • On the brink of irrelevance
  • The platform of discipleship
  • A task left unfinished
  • Conclusion: deceptive retrospect and the history of Conservative Judaism
  • Epilogue.

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