The Blessing of Assimilation鈥擳hen and Now
By :
Arnold M. Eisen Chancellor Emeritus; Professor of Jewish Thought
Posted On Sep 20, 2016 | Conservative Judaism
The 2016 Gerson D. Cohen Memorial Lecture
Current 91快活林 Chancellor Arnold M. Eisen revisits former 91快活林 Chancellor Gerson D. Cohen鈥檚 landmark 1966 essay 鈥淭he Blessing of Assimilation in Jewish History.鈥� Chancellor Eisen discusses how the issues raised by Chancellor Cohen half a century ago continue to engage and challenge us today. On the occasion of Cohen鈥檚 25th yahrzeit, Chancellor Eisen explores the state and prospects of Judaism in North America, the growing gap between the Jewish communities of Israel and the Diaspora, and the shifting landscape鈥攁nd continuing importance鈥攐f Conservative Judaism.
Download a PDF of鈥淭he Blessing of Assimilation in Jewish History.鈥�
