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INFINITE COMPASSION REDEMPTION
HUMAN WORTH
We believe in the We believe in We believe that
infinite worth the responsibility humanity's purpose
of each and every to reach out to is to transform our
human being. others in compassion. world for the better
and move history
Judaic tradition first introduced to the Even as we recognize the opportuni-
forward.
world the radical proposition that ties of human diversity, Jewish
each individual is created in the divine tradition emphasizes the importance
In Jewish thought, the concept of
image and accordingly possesses of common obligations. In particular,
redemption represents the conviction
incalculable worth and value. every human being is given the same
that while we live in an imperfect world,
responsibility to use his or her unique
The unique talents and skills each we have a responsibility to strive toward
gifts in the service of others; to care
individual possesses are a reflection its perfection. Regardless of a person's
for their fellow human beings; to
of this divine image, and it is therefore personal convictions about whether
reach out to them in thoughtfulness,
a sacred task to hone and develop social perfection is attainable or even
kindness and sensitivity; and to form
them. The vast expansive human definable, it is the act of working
a connected community.
diversity that results from this process toward it that gives our lives meaning
is not a challenge but a blessing. and purpose. This common striving
Each of us has our own path is an endeavor that brings all of
to greatness. humanity together.
The Jewish people's task to build up
the land of Israel into an inspiring model
society represents this effort in
microcosm. But it is part of a larger
project that includes all of humankind.
If the arc of the moral universe bends
toward justice, then redemption
represents our responsibility to work
together in the service of God to move
history forward.
