
Civilian Casualties and Israel's Dilemma: Jewish Perspectives on Military Ethics
Sunday, October 27, 2024 • 25 Tishrei 5785
10:00 AM - 11:30 AMZoomJoin us for a timely and compelling Zoom event featuring Rabbi Dr. Shlomo Brody, renowned Israeli author on applying Jewish ethics to modern dilemmas, as he explores the complex issue of civilian casualties in war through the lens of Jewish military ethics. Rabbi Brody will provide insightful perspectives on Israel's moral challenges in warfare. Don't miss this opportunity to engage in a thought-provoking conversation on ethics and morality in times of conflict.
Register here by Saturday, October 26, 1:00 PM.
Rabbi Dr. Shlomo Brody is a prolific writer, a National Jewish Book Award winner, a columnist for the Jerusalem Post, and the author of A Guide to the Complex: Contemporary Halakhic Debates, Ethics of Our Fighters, and A Jewish View on War and Morality. A graduate of Harvard College, he received rabbinic ordination from the Israeli Chief Rabbinate, an MA in Jewish philosophy at the Hebrew University, and his PhD from Bar Ilan University Law School. He is currently the Executive Director of Ematai, an organization dedicated to helping people navigate dilemmas regarding aging, end-of-life care and organ donation.
This event is co-sponsored by Beth Am JIAC and the Z3 Project of the OFJCC.
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