Publications Regarding marriage
Articles
Statistical Report on Religion and State in Israel – New Chapters
Written By: Dr. Ariel Finkelstein, Ayala Goldberg, Adv. Shlomit Ravitsky Tur-Paz
The Israel Democracy Institute published new chapters of the first Biennial Statistical Report on Religion and State.
60% of Israelis Think the New Nation-State Law Should Have Included ‘Equality'
Written By: Prof. Tamar Hermann, Prof. Ephraim Yaar
The monthly Peace Index of the Israel Democracy Institute and Tel Aviv University, published today, finds that: only 52% of Jewish Israelis think it was important to pass the Nation-State law at this time.
More Action, Less Words: Mixed Marriages and the Future of Jewish Identity
Written By: Rabbi Dr. Dalia Marx
In an era of hyper individualism, few choose to live as Jews simply in order to belong to the tribe.
'666,000 People Cannot Register to be Married in Israel'
The Israel Democracy Institute's Dr. Shuki Friedman took part in a "Nation, Religion and State" coalition meeting under the oversight of Knesset Members (MKs) Aliza Lavie and Elazar Stern (Yesh Atid). The topic: Finding alternatives to marrying through the Israeli Rabbinate.
On Intermarriage, Judaism, and Democracy in Israel
Written By: Benjamin (Benny) Lau
Rabbi Dr. Benjamin Lau shares thoughts on the tension between Judaism and democracy, in response to the public protests against the marriage of a Jewish woman who converted to Islam and an Israeli Arab.
Israeli Views of Diaspora Jews - 2014 Survey
Who is Responsible for Finding a Solution to the Plight of Mesoravot Get?
Written By: Prof. Shahar Lifshitz
Prof. Shahar Lifshitz outlines what halakhic authorities and the Knesset can do in order to resolve the issue of get refusal, as discussed at the Second Agunah Summit.
Civil Unions for All
Written By: Prof. Shahar Lifshitz
Prof. Shahar Lifshitz explains why IDI's proposal for civil unions, which was first presented in his IDI policy paper The Spousal Registry, is the best solution possible today for alleviating the distress of couples who cannot or do not want to marry in a religious ceremony in Israel.
Marriage Equality for the Hearing Impaired
Written By: Benjamin (Benny) Lau
Rabbi Dr. Benjamin (Benny) Lau celebrates a planned change in the Chief Rabbinate's policy regarding the treatment of hearing impaired individuals when it comes to marriage in Israel.
On the Need for Civil Unions in Israel
Written By: Benjamin (Benny) Lau
Rabbi Dr. Benjamin (Benny) Lau expresses support for the proposed civil union bill, which would allow couples who do not want to marry in a religious service to form a legally recognized union and be eligible for the benefits and responsibilities associated with marriage.
Civil Unions in Israel as a Democratic Compromise
Written By: Prof. Shahar Lifshitz
Prof. Shahar Lifshitz, author of an IDI policy paper proposing a spousal registry as a framework for civil unions in Israel, welcomes the reintroduction of this issue to the public agenda but expresses some concern about the formulation of the current bill.
Conversion in Israel: From Bethlehem to Chelm to Sodom
Written By: Prof. Yedidia Z. Stern
IDI Vice President Prof. Yedidia Stern responds to the State Comptroller's findings on conversion in Israel and calls for a solution that will enable Israelis from the former Soviet Union to join the ranks of the Jewish people.
From Ruth to Natasha
Written By: Prof. Yedidia Z. Stern
In this article, IDI Vice President Prof. Yedidia Z. Stern explains the current conversion crisis in Israel, reviews the evolution of attitudes towards conversion in halakhic literature over the ages, and concludes with a proposal that is compatible with Jewish law while responding to pressing contemporary needs.
Conversion – Implications for Jewish Culture and Peoplehood
Written By: Yair Sheleg
IDI Research Fellow Yair Sheleg argues that it is time to modify the requirements for those who wish to join the Jewish People, with the State overriding the religious establishment through legislation in order to resolve this issue, if necessary.
The Spousal Registry: Prof. Shahar Lifshitz Explains his Proposal
Written By: Prof. Shahar Lifshitz
The regulation of marriage and divorce in Israel is perceived by many as the main obstacle in attaining a constitution for Israel. Can the Spousal Registry Law help solve the discrepancies that subsequently arise? Dr. Shahar Lifshitz, author of a new Policy Paper on the topic, gives us his personal view.
