Comments on: A place for Gays and Lesbians in Jewish society

By: Henry Herzog

Henry Herzog — Tue, 26 Apr 2016 08:06:21 +0000

In reply to Debbie Scholem. The blind hatred, as hatred usually is, is not too different to any form of hatred, including racism and anti-Semitism. Kids who feel and know that they're different in their sexual orientations go through hell in our community, particular those who grow up in ultra-orthodox communities. Have a read of Eli Glasman's book, The Boy's Own Manual to Being a Proper Jew. There is no question to it, if we love our children, Jewish gays and lesbians must be included in Jewish society. It may also save some innocent lives.

By: Michael Barnett

Michael Barnett — Mon, 25 Apr 2016 08:01:39 +0000

Any society that has experienced relentless oppression will be well placed to understand that all citizens should be afforded equal dignity and rights in civil society. A more mature society will understand that this inclusion should further extend into into all areas of the community, to avoid marginalising and diminishing any segment of the community.

By: Debbie Scholem

Debbie Scholem — Mon, 25 Apr 2016 08:00:52 +0000

At last. An issue that touches all the Jewish Community has brought together a pluralistic panel of respected Jews from all the branches of the one tree. May it continue.