Jews believe that God gave them the mitzvot. Therefore, by obeying these laws, they will deepen their connection with God. For Reform Jews, observing the mitzvot is a matter of personal choice.

The relationship between the secular state and the free exercise of religion within that state is a complicated one. This relationship presents conundrums. Things can get messy. Yet it’s a ...

Atonement is the idea of the relationship between humans and God being healed, with God and humanity becoming united. Christians believe that Jesus’ death and therefore his salvation allowed ...