Resolution on Religious Freedom and Equality for Jews in Israel

Whereas the Rabbinical Assembly is holding its 2013 Convention in Jerusalem, celebrating Israel’s 65 years of independence;

Whereas uniting all Jews is a core principle of Zionism and the State of Israel;

Whereas Zionism was and remains a cornerstone of Masorti Judaism’s founding principles and the Rabbinical Assembly applauds our colleagues in the Masorti Movement in Israel for their devotion to building Jewish institutions that meet the needs of Israel’s diverse population;

Resolution on Religious Pluralism in Israel

Whereas the Talmud states in discussing the merits of the opposing legal opinions of Rabbis Hillel and Shammai, (Eruvin 13b) “eilu ve-eilu divrei Elohim chayim – these and these are the words of the living God”;

Whereas Conservative/Masorti rabbis worldwide, especially those in Israel, have worked tirelessly for decades with the Israeli Government, the World Zionsit Organization, The Jewish Agency, the Chief Rabbinate and local governments to contribute to the building of the Jewish National homeland;