Re: costs of Jewish responsibility

[Alex J. Lubet <lubet001...>]

I'm not writing in response to anyone in particular and can resonate to many
of the points made, but how is this thread on-topic for this list?



"Terry S. Horowit" wrote:

> >In Israel, many Jewish commununal costs are taken over
> >by the government, particularly rabbi¥s income,
> >which is meagre when compared to many other lands.
> >The synagogue costs are administered by the
> >municipality - again, quite a problem in America
> >because of the doctrine of separation - but the
> >costs are also much lower than in America.
> >
>
> Only if it's Orthodox is it supported financially by the government.
> Conservative and Reform congregations have to get by with
> contributions and fees paid by their congregations, just like in
> America.
> Terry Horowit
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