| IS RELIGION GOOD FOR THE WORLD?  A debate between Christopher Hitchens and Rabbi David Wolpe, moderated by Gary Rosenblatt, editor and publisher of The Jewish WeekDID YOU MISS THIS EVENT? Click here to listen to the audio file. |
CHRISTOPHER HITCHENS is the author of the best-selling book God Is Not Great: How Religion Poisons Everything. A prolific writer and polemicist, he argues that religion is a toxic force that makes the world a more dangerous place. He contributes regularly to Vanity Fair, Slate and The Atlantic Monthly.
RABBI DAVID WOLPE is the author of the new book Why Faith Matters. Named the “#1 Rabbi in America” by Newsweek Magazine, Rabbi Wolpe is the senior rabbi at Temple Sinai in Los Angeles and argues powerfully for the place of God, faith and religion in modern life. He writes for many publications, including The Jewish Week, BeliefNet.com, The Jerusalem Post and the Los Angeles Times.
This program is sponsored by The Jewish Week in association with Temple Emanu-El. A book signing and reception will follow. Attendance is free, but reservations are necessary. RSVP to The Jewish Week.
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