Harold Kushner
American rabbi and author of When Bad Things Happen to Good People
Born
April 3rd, 1935
90 years ago
Died
2023
2 years ago — 88 years old
Category
Thinkers & Philosophers
Country
United States
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A prominent rabbi and author, contributed significantly to contemporary Jewish thought. Served as the rabbi of Temple Israel in Natick, Massachusetts for several decades. Authored the book When Bad Things Happen to Good People, which addresses the problem of evil and suffering. His works focused on the intersection of faith and human experience, offering comfort and understanding to many.
Authored When Bad Things Happen to Good People
Served as rabbi at Temple Israel, Massachusetts
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