Emil Fackenheim
German Jewish philosopher and rabbi
Born
June 22nd, 1916
108 years ago
Died
September 18th, 2003
21 years ago — 87 years old
Category
Thinkers & Philosophers
Country
Germany
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Born in Germany, a prominent Jewish philosopher and Reform rabbi. Contributed significantly to post-Holocaust Jewish thought. Emphasized the importance of Jewish continuity in the aftermath of the Holocaust. Developed the concept of '614th commandment', advocating for Jewish existence in defiance of anti-Semitism. Served as a professor of philosophy at the University of Toronto, fostering deep engagement with existentialism and Jewish theology.
Developed the concept of the '614th commandment'
Authored several influential philosophical texts
Taught at the University of Toronto
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