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Edah

The demise of Edah is surprising, but is also consistent with the organization's failure to energize observant Judaism's left-wing sector, or to seriously impact modern Orthodoxy.

On certain important issues identified with non-charedi Orthodoxy, particularly Zionism and the ability of women to engage in serious Torah study, the battle has been won, but Edah's effect was probably nil and was at most marginal.

Instead, Edah became primarily identified with Orthodox feminism and with the vague ambitions of Yeshivat Chovevei Torah. Unfortunately, particularly with regard to feminism, Edah failed to clarify the essential fact that while some modifications in practice might be appropriate, it is false that "where there is a rabbinic will, there is a halachic way."

Rabbi Saul Berman and other Edah leaders will, with G-d's help, continue to serve as leaders of Orthodoxy's left-wing, and it is hoped that their talents will be more effectively utilized in other endeavors and projects.
posted on 6/29/2006