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Meir Soloveichik


Rabbi Akiva's Optimism
The legendary sage had more going for him than wisdom.
Autumn 5768 / 2007, no. 30

Locusts, Giraffes, and the Meaning of Kashrut
The most famous Jewish practice is really about love and national loyalty.
Winter 5766 / 2006, no. 23

The Jewish Mother: A Theology
A new look at matrilineal descent.
Spring 5765 / 2005, no. 20

God’s Beloved: A Defense of Chosenness
Jews and Christians disagree about what love is.
Winter 5765 / 2005, no. 19

Redemption and the Power of Man
Judaism and Christianity differ on man's moral capacity.
Winter 5764 / 2004, no. 16

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Civilians FirstOnly in Israel does concern for the safety of soldiers override the state’s obligation to defend its civilians.
Job’s Path to EnlightenmentA new interpretation of the Bible's most enigmatic book.
The Spectacles of Isaiah BerlinThe twentieth century's greatest liberal was anything but a pluralist
Far Away, So CloseHow the commandments bridge the unbridgeable gap between God and man.
Operation Cast Lead and the Ethics of Just WarWas Israel's conduct in its campaign against Hamas morally justified?

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