Progressive Judaism, also known as reform or liberal Judaism, is a branch of Judaism dating from the early nineteenth century. There have been reform movements in Judaism dating back millennia and the process is ongoing. To quote the Union for Progressive Judaism "

"Progressive Judaism embraces tradition and works to make it meaningful in contemporary life.

Judaism is built on the history and laws set out in the Torah (Five Books of Moses). It emphasises ethical behaviour and prescribes a way of life, telling us how to behave, work, rest, eat, celebrate and much more.

Progressive Judaism embraces all these traditions and works to make them meaningful parts of contemporary life."

To see more detailed explanation, visit https://www.upj.org.au/about-upj/what-is-progressive-judaism/

 
KSZ's official mentor is Cantor Michel Laloum of Temple Beth Israel, Melbourne.

Here are some links to our umbrella organisations - and other progressive congregations in Victoria:
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UPJ (Union for Progressive Judaism)
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PJV (Progressive Judaism Victoria)
 
Temple beth israel, St Kilda, Melbourne
 
Leo Baeck Centre, East Kew, Melbourne
 
etz chayim, Bentleigh, Melbourne
 
kedem, Armadale, Melbourne
 
and a school:
 
King David School
 
and for those who favour a blend of orthodox and progressive practice, there is a conservative congregation in Caulfield North, Melbourne: kehilat nitzan.