Rabbi Alan Silverstein (b.1948) is an American Conservative rabbi, lecturer, and writer known for his leadership in Jewish education, interfaith dialogue, and synagogue development. He served as spiritual leader of Congregation Agudath Israel in Caldwell, New Jersey (1979–2021) and held key roles in global Jewish organizations.
Born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, he earned a B.A. from Cornell University (1970,) an M.A. in Jewish History from Columbia University (1973,) and was ordained at the Jewish Theological Seminary (1975.) He later obtained a PhD in Jewish History (1990.)
Silverstein was President of the International Rabbinical Assembly (1993–95,) President of Masorti Olami (2000–05,) and Vice President of the National Council of Synagogues. He helped expand Conservative Judaism worldwide, strengthen Masorti communities, and advocate for Jewish continuity.
His books include Alternatives to Assimilation: The Response of Reform Judaism to American Culture, 1840–1930 (1994,) It All Begins With A Date: Jewish Concerns About Intermarriage (1995,) and Preserving Judaism in Your Family After Intermarriage Has Occurred (1995,) focusing on Jewish identity and interfaith relationships.
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If we are bold enough to point out problems, we must be brave enough to try to solve them.
—Robert Alan Silverstein
Topics: Criticism
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