The Israel-Hamas War has continued for five months, initiated by Hamas’ wanton and hateful murders and kidnapping on Shabbat morning, October 7. There are still over 100 Israeli and other hostages in Gaza and tragically the bodies of 30 more dead hostages.
The author Arnold Glasow reflected Judaism’s view of wisdom when he wrote: “It’s easier to see both sides of a question than the answer.” Wouldn’t it be wonderful if we all did that!
Too often, we jump to a conclusion too quickly...Read more...
Rabbi Arnold Rachlis has been the spiritual leader of University Synagogue since 1991, guiding us since 1987 from a small havurah looking for a more modern approach to Judaism to a 600+ families center for dynamic and innovative Judaism. He leads with a focus on a humanistic philosophy that sees God not as a supreme being, but as inspiration, creativity, conscience, consciousness and motivating us toward human growth and social justice. Rabbi Rachlis has created a joyous environment which affirms individuality and is inclusive – men and women, gay and straight, Jewishly learned and not, Jewish and not Jewish – welcoming all to learn, explore and connect at University Synagogue.
