Archive - Book Talk with Rabbi Steven Gotlib

Criticism and the Art of Review

This week contained a minor scandal in the world of magic.

Jul 3 •

Rabbi Steven Gotlib

I had the privilege of spending a year directing a kiruv organization for young professionals while serving as the Interim Rabbi at Young Israel of…

Jul 1 •

Rabbi Steven Gotlib

June 2025

May 2025

April 2025

Pirkei Avot and Leaving Conservative Judaism

This past Shabbat, Jews across the world studied the first chapter of Pirkei Avot as we began the trek from Passover to Shavuot.

Apr 30 •

Rabbi Steven Gotlib

Continuing the Kiruv Conversation

Last week’s piece calling for Modern Orthodox Kiruv in the face of increasing insularity generated significant discussion, both online and in person.

Apr 6 •

Rabbi Steven Gotlib

It's Time for Modern Orthodox Kiruv

If there’s one thing that I’m known for, in addition to reviewing books, it’s pushing for Modern Orthodox Jews to embrace the idea of kiruv/Jewish…

Apr 1 •

Rabbi Steven Gotlib

February 2025

Religious Fanaticism and the Perils of Pluralism

I spent a few weeks in Lakewood several years ago as part of a kiruv program.

Feb 17 •

Rabbi Steven Gotlib

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