Articles from the diverse voices of the Movement's rabbis.
Ask the Rabbi: Jewish Mourning Customs
Written by Movement for Reform Judaism Thursday, 15 October 2009
Rabbi Dr. Jonathan Romain of Maidenhead Synagogue answers questions on the main Jewish mourning customs.Suicide Guidelines Chart the Right Course
Written by Movement for Reform Judaism Friday, 25 September 2009
Rabbi Dr. Jonathan Romain argues that the idea that there can be clear cut rules on assisted suicide is unrealistic and that Starmer's approach is the right one in this piece on the Guardian's Comment is Free site.
Ask the Rabbi: What is a Shabbos Goy?
Written by Movement for Reform Judaism Thursday, 17 September 2009
Rabbi Dr. Jonathan Romain of Maidenhead Synagogue answers the question: From time to time I hear of the 'Shabbos goy'. What is it ?Misplaced Mercy
Written by Movement for Reform Judaism Tuesday, 18 August 2009
Rabbi Dr. Jonathan Romain argues that for convicted prisoners like al-Megrahi and Biggs, compassion means treating them decently inside, not letting them out. Read the full article at the Guardian website.
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