The following two-page text has been prepared by ARZA, the Association of Reform Zionists of America, to provide a forum for Reform Jews to discuss the meaning of Reform Zionism.
The basic definition (in larger print in the center of each page) is written by Rabbi Peter Knobel of Beth Emet - The Free Synagogue in Evanston, IL. It is Rabbi Knobel's own personal definition of Reform Zionism, not ARZA's definition or the Reform Movement's definition.
It is surrounded by comments from 6 commentators (the commentators are identified on the upper right-hand portion of the second page). We urge you to read and think carefully about Rabbi Knobel's definition and the comments surrounding it, and then to add your own comments, thoughts, and opinions by using this form. Then check back to continue the conversation as more individuals participate.
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