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Dr. Rabbi Edwin C. Goldberg serves as editor of the CCAR Journal: The Reform Jewish Quarterly, the scholarly publication of the Central Conference of American Rabbis. Ordained in 1989 and holding a Doctor of Hebrew Letters degree (1994) from Hebrew Union College-Jewish Institute of Religion, he maintains active academic standing in Jewish studies.
Goldberg's research centers on Midrashic interpretation, Jewish theological integration, and biblical exegesis, with particular expertise in narrative analysis of Torah portions. His scholarly approach bridges traditional rabbinic methods with contemporary religious practice, focusing on making ancient wisdom accessible to modern audiences.
Notable publications include Midrash for Beginners (1996), Saying No and Letting Go: Jewish Wisdom on Making Room for What Matters Most (with Naomi Levy, 2013), and Because My Soul Longs for You: Integrating Theology into Our Lives (with Elaine Zecher, 2021). He co-edited the Reform Movement's High Holiday liturgical texts Mishkan HaNefesh, demonstrating his influence on contemporary Jewish worship.
- Specializes in comparative analysis of rabbinic midrash and Quranic narratives
- Focuses on practical application of Jewish ethical teachings
- Contributes to modern Reform Jewish liturgical development
His editorial leadership shapes current discourse in Reform Jewish theology while maintaining rigorous academic standards in religious scholarship.
