Society for Humanistic Judaism
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The Society for Humanistic Judaism is an organization that promotes a secular, human-centered approach to Jewish identity, culture, and community life without reliance on theistic beliefs.
All labels observed (1)
| Label | Occurrences |
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| Society for Humanistic Judaism canonical | 2 |
How this entity was disambiguated
This entity first appeared as the object of triple T13243427 — resolving that mention is where its identity was fixed. The disambiguator weighed these candidate entities and picked the highlighted one (or “None”, minting a new entity). This is how homonymy is resolved: the same surface form can point to different entities.
NED1
Entity disambiguation (via context triple)
gpt-5-mini-2025-08-07
Target entity: Society for Humanistic Judaism Context triple: [Jewish denominations, hasPart, Society for Humanistic Judaism]
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A.
International Institute for Secular Humanistic Judaism
The International Institute for Secular Humanistic Judaism is a global educational and leadership organization that trains rabbis, leaders, and educators within the movement of secular humanistic Judaism.
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B.
Society for the Advancement of Judaism
The Society for the Advancement of Judaism is a pioneering New York City synagogue and congregation known as the birthplace of Reconstructionist Judaism and for its innovative, progressive approach to Jewish religious life.
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C.
Rabbinical Council of America
The Rabbinical Council of America is a leading organization of Modern Orthodox rabbis in North America that sets religious standards, provides rabbinic leadership, and represents the movement in communal and public affairs.
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D.
Israel Movement for Reform and Progressive Judaism
The Israel Movement for Reform and Progressive Judaism is the umbrella organization for Reform (Progressive) Jewish communities in Israel, promoting liberal Jewish religious life, education, and social activism.
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E.
Union for Reform Judaism
The Union for Reform Judaism is the congregational arm and umbrella organization of Reform Jewish communities in North America, providing religious, educational, and social justice leadership and resources.
- F. None of above. chosen
- G. Unsure - the case is ambiguous/there is not enough information to decide.
NED2
Entity disambiguation (via description)
gpt-5-mini-2025-08-07
Target entity: Society for Humanistic Judaism Target entity description: The Society for Humanistic Judaism is an organization that promotes a secular, human-centered approach to Jewish identity, culture, and community life without reliance on theistic beliefs.
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A.
International Institute for Secular Humanistic Judaism
The International Institute for Secular Humanistic Judaism is a global educational and leadership organization that trains rabbis, leaders, and educators within the movement of secular humanistic Judaism.
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B.
Society for the Advancement of Judaism
The Society for the Advancement of Judaism is a pioneering New York City synagogue and congregation known as the birthplace of Reconstructionist Judaism and for its innovative, progressive approach to Jewish religious life.
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C.
Rabbinical Council of America
The Rabbinical Council of America is a leading organization of Modern Orthodox rabbis in North America that sets religious standards, provides rabbinic leadership, and represents the movement in communal and public affairs.
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D.
Israel Movement for Reform and Progressive Judaism
The Israel Movement for Reform and Progressive Judaism is the umbrella organization for Reform (Progressive) Jewish communities in Israel, promoting liberal Jewish religious life, education, and social activism.
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E.
Union for Reform Judaism
The Union for Reform Judaism is the congregational arm and umbrella organization of Reform Jewish communities in North America, providing religious, educational, and social justice leadership and resources.
- F. None of above. chosen
Statements (45)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| instanceOf |
Jewish organization
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non-theistic Jewish movement ⓘ nonprofit organization ⓘ religious organization ⓘ |
| activity |
advocacy on issues affecting secular and Humanistic Jews
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organizing conferences and gatherings ⓘ publishing educational materials ⓘ training leaders in Humanistic Judaism ⓘ |
| affiliation | Humanistic Jewish congregations and communities ⓘ |
| coreBelief |
emphasis on Jewish culture and identity
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emphasis on human responsibility and ethics ⓘ human-centered Judaism ⓘ non-theistic Judaism ⓘ rejection of supernaturalism ⓘ |
| country |
United States
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linked to:
United States of America
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| emphasizes |
cultural continuity
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human autonomy ⓘ human dignity ⓘ reason ⓘ |
| focusesOn |
Jewish community life
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Jewish culture ⓘ Jewish identity ⓘ ethical and social justice issues ⓘ holiday celebrations ⓘ life-cycle ceremonies ⓘ secular Jewish education ⓘ |
| foundedBy | Sherwin Wine ⓘ |
| goal |
develop educational and ceremonial resources for Humanistic Jews
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provide a home for Jews who affirm a human-centered Judaism ⓘ support communities practicing Humanistic Judaism ⓘ |
| hasIdeology |
Jewish secularism
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secular humanism ⓘ |
| language |
English
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Hebrew ⓘ |
| opposes | defining Jewishness solely in religious or theistic terms ⓘ |
| promotes |
critical study of Jewish history and texts
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inclusive Jewish communities regardless of belief in God ⓘ secular, human-centered approach to Jewish life ⓘ |
| rejects |
divine revelation as a source of authority
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theistic beliefs as a basis for Jewish identity ⓘ |
| religiousTradition |
Humanistic Judaism
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Judaism ⓘ |
| serves |
cultural Jews
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non-theistic Jews ⓘ secular Jews ⓘ |
How these facts were elicited
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Instruction
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Input
Subject: Society for Humanistic Judaism Description of subject: The Society for Humanistic Judaism is an organization that promotes a secular, human-centered approach to Jewish identity, culture, and community life without reliance on theistic beliefs.
Referenced by (2)
Full triples — surface form annotated when it differs from this entity's canonical label.