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An extract from the new book, A Guide for the Jewish Undecided, on why Orthodox Jews have reason to believe
By Rabbi Dr Samuel Lebens
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By Rabbi Dr Jonathan Magonet
Ben M Freeman's new book explores the impact of antisemitism - and what we can do about it
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By David Aberbach
Biblical prophets such as Jeremiah were persecuted and murdered for denouncing injustice and corrupt institutions
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