The central aim of this book is to attempt to determine the response of the classic texts of Jewish traditions to the famous dilemma posed in Plato's Euthyphro: Does God freely determine morality, or is morality independent of God? The author argues that the picture that emerges from Jewish texts is significantly more complex and nuanced than most of the contemporary Jewish philosophical literature is prepared to concede. While providing an extensive discussion of the perspective of Jewish tradition on divine command ethics, this book develops a position that is distinct from and critical of other views that have recently been advanced in Jewish scholarship. At the same time, the book provides a substantial analysis of some Christian perspectives on divine command ethics. Relevant biblical, rabbinic and later Jewish texts are discussed, as well as some of the relevant views that have been taken in philosophical literature and in Christian and Jewish thought.

The central aim of this book is to attempt to determine the response of the classic texts of Jewish traditions to the famous dilemma posed in Plato's Euthyphro: does God freely determine morality, or is morality independent of God?
The author argues that the picture that emerges from Jewish texts is significantly more complex and nuanced than most of the contemporary Jewish philosophical literature is prepared to concede. While providing an extensive discussion of the perspective of Jewish tradition on divine command ethics, this book develops a position that is distinct from and critical of other views that have recently been advanced in Jewish scholarship. At the same time, the book provides a substantial analysis of some Christian perspectives on divine command ethics. Relevant biblical, rabbinic and later Jewish texts are discussed, as well as some of the relevant views that have been taken in philosophical literature and in Christian and Jewish thought.

What does one do as a Jewish philosopher if one is convinced by much of the Nietzschean critique of religion? Is there a contemporary Jewish philosophical theology that can convince in a post-metaphysical age? The argument of this book is that Rabbi Joseph Soloveitchik (1903-1993) - the leading twentieth-century exponent of Modern Orthodoxy - presents an interpretation of halakhic Judaism, grounded in traditional sources, that brings a life-affirming Nietzschean sensibility to the religious life. Soloveitchik develops a form of Judaism replete with key Nietzschean ideas, which parries Nietzsche's critique by partially absorbing it. This original study of Soloveitchik's philosophy highlights his unique contribution to Jewish thought for students and scholars in Jewish studies, while also revealing his wider significance for those working more broadly in fields such as philosophy and religious studies.

Celebrating one of the greatest Jewish scholars of our time, Radical Responsibility brings together thirteen luminaries of Jewish and Western thought to explore the intellectual legacy of Chief Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks. Centered on the fundamental themes of his work, ethics, justice, religion, and leadership, this collection advances Rabbi Sacks's lifelong quest to bridge Torah

and secular wisdom, highlighting the relevance of the Jewish tradition to the challenges of the twenty-first century.

Meet Elvis Sunny Bear Elvis Sunny Bear is on his way to the seashore to visit his close friend, Wally the Whale. With all of the problems he runs into on the way, will he make it there? Tag along with Elvis on his latest adventure. About This Book: We feel that developmental learning in children and adolescents is timeless, and that the skills needed for that development is best absorbed through stories. With the days of stories being "told around the camp fire" and of tribal or large family learning sets being long since past; the necessity of teaching these learning sets and ancestral stories is more important than ever. However, the necessity of teaching learning sets is more important than ever. In addition to being entertaining, this title and the other stories in the 'Elvis Sunny Bear' series from Ted E. Bear Press are designed specifically to provide a methodology for parents, teachers and children to address different, and sometimes uncomfortable, topics in a way that is respectful and informational without having to be too scientific or direct - yet still provide needed resources and education.

Elvis Sunny Bear has a problem. He wakes from his winter hibernation and discovers he has the blues Join Elvis on his adventure to lose the blues. About This Book: We feel that developmental learning in children and adolescents is timeless, and that the skills needed for that development is best absorbed through stories. With the days of stories being "told around the camp fire" and of tribal or large family learning sets being long since past; the necessity of teaching these learning sets and ancestral stories is more important than ever. However, the necessity of teaching learning sets is more important than ever. In addition to being entertaining, this title and the other stories in the 'Elvis Sunny Bear' series from Ted E. Bear Press are designed specifically to provide a methodology for parents, teachers and children to address different, and sometimes uncomfortable, topics in a way that is respectful and informational without having to be too scientific or direct - yet still provide needed resources and education.

Carole Turner and her husband Jim survive a mysterious plane crash only to discover that their lives are changed in ways they could not even imagine. As they struggle to understand and to cope with those changes, they come to a painful decision: they must go their separate ways to save their children. And only time will tell whether they will ever see each other again. ************ [TRACINGS] ... "is a delightful, feel-good romance and something more - an exploration of a 'what-if' situation that forces the reader to consider his or her own life choices and values.The tone and theme [of TRACINGS] remind [this reviewer] of Nicolas Sparks' romance novels. It is easy and pleasant reading, and it has great value." RQuest review