Beth Adam

Sharon Stone and Bad Karma 04.06.2008 3:36 ↓

Sharon Stone’s comment about karma and earthquakes caught Rabbi Barr’s attention.

John McCain and his pastor problems 27.05.2008 4:03 ↓

Many politicians seeks the endorsement of religious leaders, Rabbi Barr reflects on what he sees as a misguided practice.

That Bob Barr 20.05.2008 3:20 ↓

Rabbi Barr comments on the fact that another Bob Barr is trying to run for President.

Israel at 60 14.05.2008 3:27 ↓

Rabbi Robert Barr reflects on his first time in Israel. The essay he is writing was published in A Dream of Zion published by Jewish Lights.

Jewish Fundamentalism and the Rebbe 07.05.2008 4:10 ↓

A full page ad in the New York Times explaining how Jews can bring on the Messiah has gotten Rabbi Barr talking.

Closed for Shabbat 29.04.2008 3:26 ↓

Rabbi Barr is still stewing over the decision of a Jewish housing organization to close for Shabbat after a major fire.

My Father Kept Kosher for Passover – Once! 22.04.2008 4:01 ↓

Rabbi Barr talks about the year his father kept kosher for Passover.

My Mother is Homeless 15.04.2008 4:08 ↓

A fire in a senior living center and the response of its staff has Rabbi Barr frustrated.

Shabbat and the Internet 08.04.2008 4:00 ↓

A recent disclaimer on an e-mail started Rabbi Barr thinking about Shabbat and the Internet.

With Friends Like This… 01.04.2008 3:34 ↓

An ad in the New York Times prompted Rabbi Barr’s to reflect on the old adage – with friends like this who needs enemies.

Religion and Politics 25.03.2008 3:43 ↓

Recently, Rev. Wright’s sermons has created problems for Senator Obama – Rabbi Barr reflects on that controversy.

The Grand Canyon – How Old Did You Say? 12.03.2008 3:58 ↓

Reading an article about revising the age of the Grand Canyon, got Robert Barr wondering.

Faith Day and the Cincinnati Reds 10.03.2008 5:09 ↓

Do religion and baseball belong together – Rabbi Barr considers this question.

Civil Discourse and Bill Cunningham 05.03.2008 4:35 ↓

Senator McCain denounced the remarks of a conservative shock jock. Rabbi Barr has some observations.

God and Sex Toys 26.02.2008 4:30 ↓

Rabbi Barr reflects on a “sin free” adult sex store.

Tornadoes and God – Part II 19.02.2008 5:00 ↓

Rabbi Barr continues his theological exploration.

Tornadoes, God, and Mark Twain 13.02.2008 4:22 ↓

Rabbi Barr explores the theological questions raised by the devastation of recent winter tornadoes.

Abortion and the Bible 05.02.2008 4:19 ↓

Rabbi Barr explores what the Bible really says about abortion.

To or Not To – That is the Question 29.01.2008 4:42 ↓

This week the question of circumcision is on Rabbi Barr’s mind.

Martin Luther King, Jr. Day – 2008 22.01.2008 4:34 ↓

Rabbi Barr reflects upon King’s legacy and others felled by an assassin’s bullet.

Huckabee, Clinton, and the Submissive Wife 15.01.2008 3:50 ↓

Rabbi Barr comments on men, women, and marriage.

Coach of the Year 08.01.2008 3:46 ↓

Rabbi Barr reflects on sports, ethics, and religion.

Happy New Year 03.01.2008 3:42 ↓

Rabbi Barr reflects on how he’s been wished a happy New Year.

Winter Storm Emergency 26.12.2006 3:34 ↓

With winter storms raging across the US and Cincinnati having had its first snow of the year - Rabbi Barr has some thoughts about winter storms and school closings.

The times, they are a changing 21.12.2006 1:30 ↓

Rabbi Barr discusses two seemingly unrelated events that occurred Wednesday December 6th which reveal changes in the way gays and lesbians are being treated in society today.