Dilemmas in the Jewish Communal Field for Orthodox and Traditional Professionals

Publication Date: January 1994

Publisher: Jewish Communal Service Association of North America

Author(s): Jeffrey Korbman

Research Area: Culture and religion; Social conditions

Keywords: Social Services; Religion; Communal Organization

Type: Report

Coverage: United States

Abstract:

There are a growing number of Orthodox and traditional Jewish communal professionals in the federation field. At times, their personal religious beliefs come into conflict with their professional obligations. This article explores several such dilemmas, citing Jewish sources in support of possible professional responses.