Background
Staub, Jacob Joseph was born on May 4, 1951 in New York City. Son of Andrew Herbert Staub and Frieda (Yoselofsky) Cohen.
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(This substantially revised and updated edition of the 198...)
This substantially revised and updated edition of the 1985 classic is ideal for everyone who wants to know more about Judaism. Whether you are a long-time participant in the Jewish community, a newcomer or someone who has struggled to find a home in Jewish life, this introduction to Jewish thought and practice from a Reconstructionist perspective will offer inspiration and guidance. From Kaplan's belief through contemporary innovations, this engaging text explores Reconstructionist views on God, ethics, Zionism, spirituality, text study, Tikkun Olam, life cycle ritual, intermarriage, gay and lesbian issues... and more! A must-read.
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Staub, Jacob Joseph was born on May 4, 1951 in New York City. Son of Andrew Herbert Staub and Frieda (Yoselofsky) Cohen.
Bachelor, State University of New York, Buffalo, 1972; Doctor of Philosophy, Temple University, 1980.
Assistant professor, Lafayette College, Easton, Pennsylvania, 1977-1982; Mellon Foundation fellow, Washington University, St. Louis, 1982-1983; editor, reconstructionist, Federation of Reconstructionist Congregations, Wyncote, Pennsylvania, 1983-1989; professor, Recontructionist Rabbinical College, Wyncote, since 1983; dean, Recontructionist Rabbinical College, Wyncote, since 1989. Consultant International Center of University Teaching of Judaism, Jerusalem, 1987. Chair Academy for Jewish Philosophy, Philadelphia, 1988-1990.
(This substantially revised and updated edition of the 198...)
(This substantially revised and updated edition of the 198...)
(This substantially revised and updated edition of the 198...)
Fellow American Academy Jewish Philosophy. Member American Academy Religion, Association for Jewish Studies, Society for Medieval and Renaissance Philosophy, Reconstructionist Rabbinical Association (Vice-President 1983-1985, Levin award 1977), Medieval Academy American, Coalition for Advancement of Jewish Education, Chevrah (steering committee New York City.C. chapter since 1988).
Married Barbara C. Wechsler, August 3, 1975. Children: Leah, Andrew, Hana.