In this Book
- Jews and Genes: The Genetic Future in Contemporary Jewish Thought
- Book
- 2015
- Published by: Jewish Publication Society
summary
Well aware of Jews having once been the victims of Nazi eugenics policies, many Jews today have an ambivalent attitude toward new genetics and are understandably wary of genetic forms of identity and intervention. At the same time, the Jewish tradition is strongly committed to medical research designed to prevent or cure diseases. Jews and Genes explores this tension against the backdrop of various important developments in genetics and bioethics—new advances in stem cell research; genetic mapping, identity, testing, and intervention; and the role of religion and ethics in shaping public policy.
Jews and Genes brings together leaders in their fields, from all walks of Judaism, to explore these most timely and intriguing topics—the intricacies of the genetic code and the wonders of life, along with cutting-edge science and the ethical issues it raises.
Table of Contents
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- Introduction
- pp. xiii-xviii
- Abbreviations
- pp. xix-xxii
- Part 1. Stem Cell Research
- Part 2. Genetic Mapping and Identity
- Part 3. Genetic Testing
- 11. Genetic Testing in the Jewish Community
- pp. 201-214
- Part 4. Genetic Intervention
- 16. Genetic Enhancement and the Image of God
- pp. 274-284
- 19. Mending the Code
- pp. 342-374
- Part 5. The New Genetics and Public Policy
- Contributors
- pp. 421-428
- Index to Classical Sources
- pp. 429-434
- General Index
- pp. 435-458
Additional Information
ISBN
9780827611948
Related ISBN(s)
9780827612242
MARC Record
OCLC
900277107
Pages
456
Launched on MUSE
2015-02-13
Language
English
Open Access
No