The Torah/Science Controversy

The Science of Torah
Mysterious Creatures
The Camel, the Hare, and the Hyrax

In 2004-2005, three of Rabbi Slifkin's books were banned as heretical by a large group of distinguished rabbinic authorities from the Charedi (ultra-Orthodox) community. The ban was rejected by Rabbi Slifkin and his mentors, and prompted a widespread backlash. This webpage links to a collection of resources concerning this controversial ban.


Contents

1. About the Books
2. About the Ban
3. The Issues: Torah and Science
4. The Process: Rabbinic Authority and Book-Banning
5. Condemnations, Critiques, and Responses
6. Effects of the Controversy and Related Events
7. Commentary in the Media


1. About the Books ↑ Back to top

2. About the Ban ↑ Back to top

3. The Issues: Torah and Science ↑ Back to top

4. The Process: Rabbinic Authority and Book-Banning ↑ Back to top

5. Condemnations, Critiques, Responses, And Apologies ↑ Back to top

6. Effects of the Controversy and Related Events ↑ Back to top

7. Commentary in the Media ↑ Back to top