Central Council of Jews

German Jewish group to begin training mohels

Germany’s main Jewish body has announced its intention to institutionalize the training of mohels, or ritual circumcisers.

By Toby Axelrod August 24, 2012 3:50 pm

Orthodox rabbinical group urging German Jews to defy court ruling on circumcision

Europe’s main Orthodox rabbinical body is urging Jews in Germany to uphold the commandment to circumcise newborn sons, despite a court ruling in Germany that said circumcising young boys could be considered a criminal act.

July 11, 2012 7:06 pm

Norway attacks spotlight far-right outreach to Jews, Israel

What to do when far-right movements and figures like the alleged perpetrator of the deadly attacks in Norway seek to make common cause with Jews and Israel? Be wary of movements where violent extremists can find an ideological home, some Jewish figures say.

July 26, 2011 5:42 pm