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“A stimulating and sure-to-be discussed critique of monotheism.”—Kirkus Reviews“In this accessible exploration of how faith in God can determine and influence personality, Hartman (The Boundaries of Judaism) successfully engages with what he believes to be the most fundamental question of our time. He notes that the causes of the world’s great conflicts have begun to shift from ‘national and secular’ politics to religious ones. Given this, Hartman wonders whether religion actually makes believers treat others with more compassion and kindness. Despite his own deep commitment to Judaism, the rabbi does not flinch from exposing many examples, including some from the Bible, that argue against the idea of religion as a force for good. Using his own religion as his lens, Hartman analyzes the phenomena he labels God Intoxication and God Manipulation; in the former, obsession with paying attention to the divine leaves ‘less room...to be aware of the human condition,’ and in the latter, ‘God is drafted in the service of human self-interest’ to advance an individual’s personal interests and agendas. Hartman makes a powerful case that believers should both judge the word of God and ‘be inspired and instructed’ by it, and that putting people first is the real way to follow the divine will.”—Publishers Weekly“Eminently readable, constructively controversial and profoundly spiritual...This book is not for the spiritually faint-hearted.”—The Jerusalem Post“This is an intellectually lively work that illuminates and advances the conversation on religious faith. Putting God Second paints a portrait for religion in the modern world and makes the case for a view of religion in which love of persons and an affirmation of their dignity, integrity, and worth stand at the center of religious faith. In doing so, Hartman rescues religion from both its most reactionary exponents and its ‘cultural detractors’ who would bind religion into fundamentalist straitjackets.”—Rabbi David Ellenson, director of the Schusterman Center for Israel Studies at Brandeis University and author of Jewish Meaning in a World of Choice“Putting God Second addresses the most critical issues facing religion in the modern world. As Hartman brilliantly argues, it’s too simplistic to join Hitchens, Dawkins, and Harris in reducing religion to the cause of centuries of bloodshed and hatred, or to side with those who only see in religion the inspiring teachings that ennoble humanity. Instead, Hartman offers a sophisticated and compelling analysis of the flaws within Jewish scriptures as a model for other monotheistic faiths, and outlines a remarkable new way to keep our relationship with God from overshadowing our responsibility to God’s many children.”—Rabbi Rick Jacobs, president of the Union for Reform Judaism“A work of deep faith that takes today’s challenges to faith head on—rooted in the tradition, yet alive to the new. Religious self-criticism is essential to twenty-first-century peace. Rabbi Donniel Hartman shows why and how.”—James Carroll, author of Christ Actually“Putting God Second is a must-read book for anyone who is looking for a fresh take on religion and religiosity of all kinds. Its powerful argument invites people of all faiths (or no faith) to re-examine the basic premises of religion altogether. Only a faithful Jew could put forth such a challenge, and Rabbi Hartman does it spectacularly.”—Abdullah T. Antepli, Chief Representative of Muslim Affairs, Duke University

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About the Author

Rabbi Dr. Donniel Hartman is president of the Shalom Hartman Institute and the author of The Boundaries of Judaism, coeditor of Judaism and the Challenges of Modern Life, and coauthor of Spheres of Jewish Identity. He is the founder of some of the most extensive education, training, and enrichment programs for scholars, educators, rabbis, and religious and lay leaders in Israel and North America, and is a prominent essayist, blogger, and lecturer on issues of Israeli politics and policy, Judaism, and the Jewish community.

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Product details

Hardcover: 200 pages

Publisher: Beacon Press (February 16, 2016)

Language: English

ISBN-10: 0807053929

ISBN-13: 978-0807053928

Product Dimensions:

5.7 x 0.7 x 8.8 inches

Shipping Weight: 1.6 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)

Average Customer Review:

4.2 out of 5 stars

23 customer reviews

Amazon Best Sellers Rank:

#775,164 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

Very insightful look at religious priorities. Donniel Hartman writes of the importance of recognizing that we must be aware of others in our world and that they have worth. We cannot be lost in overdedication to God. We are all part of the human race, with worthiness and abilities, as well as the need for respect. In this current age of increasing tribalism, his advice is very well placed. This book is well organized and should be read by all who are concerned with humanity. It would be especially worthwhile for our politicians and extreme fundamentalists of all persuasions.

Too often people have a difficult time with applying scripture written 2000-2700 years ago to today's world. Well that is the problem, it, the Bible is very old and conditions have changed enormously. Therefore if we take every thing literally, as the word of God, or as the author says put God first, we find it very difficult to reconcile the Word with the needs, customs, mores, sensitivities of an ever changing and growing world. We are doing what the Bible implies is required of us, in extending the benefits and freedoms of society to many different parts of our society. We are bringing "The Other" in from the cold. We come up against Biblical prohibitions in the stated "Word of God or God Himself "in doing this holy work.As the author maintains we have to go" beyond the law" and follow Deuteronomy 6:18 "and do what is right and good in the sight of God". It is a long standing tradition in Judaism that in the Old Testament ( Hebrew Bible) you can't change or alter any letter or symbol , but you can wall or "fence" off that which doesn't apply or hampers one in following Deut. 6.:18. Another popular filter in Jewish theology for determining whether an argument or scripture passage is worthwhile pursuing or discussion is whether that would be for the sake of God or only for man. So Jews for a long time have been practicing Rabbi Hartman's ideas and approach to God and His Word and the results have been transformative as long as we follow" to do right and good in the sight of God".I like his idea of characterizing the problem or "autoimmune illness" as God Intoxication or God manipulation. The former is when we become "drunk or infatuated" with God and can't see the good beyond. The latter is when we Manipulate God in our self interest an invoke a "Them or Us" mentality. As another reviewer said this is very similar to Rabbi Jonathan Sack's in his book " Not in my Name" in explaining where violence comes from and it is not God but misusing Him in furthering a "Them or Us'' condition.I have not quite finished the book which is very short (less that 200 pages) and I am going slow to better absorb the material and compare to my other readings and my own experiences in Bible study, but I did see several references to the "Not in Heaven " passages of Deut. 30.11-14 in which God in his wisdom releases us to interpret the Bible for ourselves in our times and not go to Heaven for all the answers, even if the answers would be more accurate there. We would lose too much of who we are as partners of God created in His image.To achieve this perspective and approach to life we may have to "Put God Second" to avoid the autoimmune diseases of Intoxication and Manipulation and Follow Det 6.18 and 30.11-14As I finish this wonderful book look for my additional comments. This journey with God is fascinating and so rewarding and He is so open to our discussions and interpretations and understanding. We are true partners created in His image in the ongoing work of creation.

This book was recommended by the rabbi of my temple. He raved about it so I figured that it couldn't hurt to read it. It simply blew me away...to such an extent that I have arranged to have the author fly down to Florida and speak to our congregation. I have been conflicted my entire adult life about the real meaning of Judaism. In addition and more importantly, I have been struggling how to get my head wrapped around the concept of radical Islam leaders gleefully committing murder in the name of my same Abrahamic monotheistic God. This book actually explains via a thorough dissection of Jewish history how such a conundrum could possibly exist. FYI--although I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book.....I REALLY loved it when I began reading it a second time! For anybody who finds the subject of religion or faith interesting-- or simply wondering why we are HERE, it is a must read. Also, although I rarely ever purchase hardback books today, I wholeheartedly recommend buying the hard copy instead of the electronic version, since you will probably want to make annotations that you will want to refer to later.

Everyone of all religious faiths should read Rabbi Hartman's profound and very readable book. He basically deals with why religious people often don't live up to the tenents of their faith. I'm not going to try to summarize the author's thoughts, but they remind you of Lincoln's quote that "it's not whether God is on our side, but whether we are on God's side." Rabbi Hartman's discusses why even religious people fail ethically in real life, starting with Biblical times and running through Israel's wars and the terrorism of the 21st Century. He gives the reader thoughts on how we all can do better ethically. Not to be missed.

A contemporary theologian tells the truth about the failure of traditional theology. He points out that the major religions, whether Christian, Muslim or Jewish, have spent more effort in aggrandizing their own purity than aiding the downtrodden. His thesis is that we should shed our indifference to the needs of others, and focus less on ourselves and our relationship to God. It's about time someone said it.

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