Mordecai Kaplan

Mordecai Kaplan was a Jewish scholar and educator who made significant contributions to Jewish studies. He was a professor of Midrash at the Jewish Theological Seminary and was known for his expertise in Jewish scripture and tradition. Mordecai was a key figure in the development of the Jewish Renewal movement and was a strong advocate for Jewish education and community building. He is widely regarded as one of the most important Jewish scholars of the 20th century.