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Judaism on Trial: An Unconventional Discussion about Jews, Judaism and the State of Israel

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Rabbi Lopes Cardozo's book: "Judaism on Trial" is precisely as it is represented and no reader will be disappointed by this honest assessment of a wide range of issues facing the Jewish community. He does so with wit and wisdom and great sensitivity. Further, he offers honest assessments of deficiencies in the Orthodox world and makes common cause with all Jews under the umbrella of our foundational principles.

The format is not well organized and the reader is left wanting more detail and this is why I give it four out of five stars. Further, the format of an unnamed student asking questions and responding to what he has said is not a terribly effective device and if the points are not clear, Rabbi Lopes Cardozzo can edit his own writing and make it clear without bringing in a "student" to keep the "discussion" on track. After all, this is a statement and an extended argument and not a "discussion."

The author does not shy away from controversy and hits many topics head-on, all the while demonstrating both his concern for how the tradition stands up on trial and how it needs to be protected and promoted in the larger Jewish world.

It is truly sad that this work does not have wide circulation in our community and I am pleased to lend my hand to encourage readers to buy this book and take its message to heart.