Rabbi Dr. Bernhard Rosenberg has been nominated for the Rose Lubin Jewish Pride Award in recognition of his outstanding contribution to the enrichment of Jewish life.
His efforts have created a sense of unity and shared responsibility, highlighting the importance of every Jew, regardless of geographic location.
In addition to his dedication to education and community leadership, Rabbi Dr. Bernhard Rosenberg has contributed significantly to the corpus of Jewish literature and Holocaust studies.
Description of the Initiative and Alignment with the Pillars of Jewish Pride and Programmatic Features.
“Rabbi Dr. Bernhard Rosenberg, through his collaboration with Israel Behind the News and his deep editorial dedication, has created and fostered initiatives that not only defend the Jewish people and the State of Israel, but also perpetuate the memory of the Holocaust as fundamental means to reinforce Jewish identity and pride. His editorial work, particularly on GENESIS OF THE PALESTINIAN AUTHORITY, challenges dominant narratives, promoting a deeper and more nuanced understanding of the issues facing Israel and Judaism on the world stage.
This initiative stands out in the pillars of Peoplehood, for its commitment to informing and uniting the Jewish people around common causes, Excellence, for its intellectual and critical contribution to the discourse on Israel and Judaism, and Joy, by empowering the Jewish community with knowledge and understanding that strengthens pride and connection to Jewish heritage. It meets programmatic characteristics by having measurable impact on public perception and dialogue, scalability by influencing discussions at a global level, and sustainability, through its continued work and collaboration with influential organizations.”
Nominee Leadership, Innovation and Creativity
“Rabbi Dr. Bernhard Rosenberg is an ideal candidate for the Rose Lubin Jewish Pride Award because of his visionary leadership, his innovative approach to Jewish advocacy and education, and his boundless creativity in promoting Jewish pride. Through his publications and his role as editor, he has led the way in addressing critical issues affecting Judaism and Israel, combining deep scholarship with accessibility to educate and inspire a broad audience. His ability to synthesize historical, political, and theological complexities into materials that empower and educate speaks to a creative and revolutionary approach toward preserving and fostering Jewish pride.
Additionally, his leadership extends beyond the written word, being a pillar in his community and a fervent advocate for Holocaust education. His efforts to keep the memory of the Holocaust alive and his dedication to strengthening ties with Israel demonstrate continued innovation in how to approach and teach about these critical topics. Together, these qualities not only establish him as a leader in the Jewish community, but also as a pioneer in promoting Jewish pride through education, remembrance, and advocacy.”
The Rose Lubin Jewish Pride Award is a cash award intended to recognize and promote an individual whose work exemplifies leadership, innovation, and creativity through an initiative that champions the Pillars of Jewish Pride described in Michael Steinhardt’s 2022 book, Jewish Pride.
The Award is named in memory of Sergeant Rose Lubin, the Atlanta native who bravely defended and rescued victims of the infamous terrorist attack on October 7, 2023 and lost her life in a subsequent terrorist attack while guarding the Old City of Jerusalem.
By honoring individuals, organizations, and programs that exemplify the pillars of Jewish Pride, this award has the broader purpose of inspiring their adoption as central goals and aspirations throughout the Jewish world and of encouraging new initiatives based on these principles.
Read more: https://steinhardtfoundation.org/jewishprideaward/
RABBI DR. BERNHARD ROSENBERG
EDUCATION:
1969, Yeshiva College, Yeshiva University, B.A. (Cum Laude) (Speech)
1970, James Striar School, Yeshiva University, A.A., Jewish Studies
1972, Herbert Lehman College, M.A., Speech
1974, Ferkauf Graduate School, Yeshiva University, M.S., Jewish Education
1974, Rabbi Isaac Elchanan Theological Seminary, Yeshiva University, Semicha (Ordination)
Post Graduate Courses – Hebrew University, Jerusalem, Israel
Permanent Principal’s License – Board of Jewish Education, New York
Permanent Teacher’s License – Board of Jewish Education, New York
1992, Azrieli Graduate Institute – Yeshiva University, Ed.D., Administration and Supervision (Doctor of Education)
2010 Honorary Doctorate Jewish Theological Seminary
RABBINICAL EXPERIENCE:
1989-Present Rabbi, Congregation Beth-El, Edison, New Jersey1981-1989 Rabbi, Midchester Jewish Center, Yonkers, New York1976-1981 Rabbi, First Hebrew Congregation, Peekskill, New York1974-1976 Rabbi, Hebrew Congregation of Mount Freedom, Mount
Freedom, New Jersey
SPIRITUAL DIRECTION & TEACHING:
Created a family-oriented late Friday night service;
Developed a Tot Shabbat Service for 2 to 5-year old children;
Introduced an annual Holocaust Remembrance Service;
Formed and taught adult Bar/Bat Mitzvah classes;
Prepare students for Bar/Bat Mitzvah;
Active in Kadima and USY youth services;
Served as Principal for the religious school and developed a new curriculum;
Taught adult education courses on numerous topics;
Composed booklets on marriage, kashrut and bereavement;
Coordinated interfaith programs;
Wrote proposals and grants to benefit numerous programs;
Active fundraiser for the synagogue.
UNIVERSITY TEACHING EXPERIENCE:
Professor of Speech and Communications at Rutgers University, N.J.
Graduate Courses in Holocaust Education at Rutgers University, N.J.
Yeshiva University, New York Professor of Speech and communication
Pace University, New York
OTHER TEACHING EXPERIENCE:
Holocaust Studies at Moshe Aaron Yeshiva High School, Central New Jersey and Rutgers University.
COMMUNITY LEADERSHIP & HONORS:
2007 – President Metuchen Edison Interfaith Clergy Association
2007 – Host Radio Program WCTC 1450 AM
2003 – Delivered Invocation United States Senate
2002 – Received the Rabbi Israel & Libby Mowshowitz Award from the New York Board of Rabbis
2002 – Elected as an officer of the New York Board of Rabbis.
Received the New York Board of Rabbis Chaplain of the Year Award.
2001 – Received the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Human Rights Award by the township of Edison, New Jersey
1999 – Honored by New Jersey State Senate for leadership in holocaust education.
1999-present – Founder and President of New Jersey State Children of Holocaust Survivors Group.
1998-present – Editor – New York Board of Rabbis Newsletter
Editor – The Rabbinical Assembly Holocaust Liturgy Publication
Active in Outreach to college-age population;
Created programs for inter-married couples;
Work closely with public school on Jewish religious calendar and Holocaust education;
Developed expertise in multi-cultural diversity;
Volunteer Chaplain for Police and Fire Department, Edison, New Jersey, rank—Captain;
1997-present; Chairman, Human Rights Commission of Edison, New Jersey;
Frequent guest on various radio and television programs;
Contributing columnist to various newspapers, and book reviewer for the Association of Jewish Libraries and New York Board of Rabbis;
1995 – Appointed to the New Jersey State Holocaust Education Commission by the Governor;
Associate Editor of the New Jersey State Holocaust curriculum utilized in the schools—“The Holocaust and Genocide”;
Current Interfaith Chairman for the New Jersey State Holocaust Commission;
Recipient of Governor’s Volunteer Award for work on the New Jersey State Holocaust Education Commission;
1995—Honored by the Yeshiva of Lincoln Park, Yonkers, New York, as the one who originated and launched the Yeshiva;
1994—Honored by the Township of Edison, New Jersey;
1993—Honored by State of New Jersey, the Senate and General Assembly;
1986—Received Centennial Rabbinic Award from Yeshiva University;
1986—Rabbi Isaac Elchanan Theological Seminary Fellow
Delivered invocation at the US House of Representatives and Senate;
Member of Cable Commission for Edison, New Jersey, and host of television show;
BOOKS & ARTICLES PUBLISHED:
Theological and Halakhic Reflection on the Holocaust, published by KTAV, 1992;The Impact of Education at Yeshiva University’s James Striar School”, published by University Microfilms, International, 1993;A Guide for the Jewish Mourner, published by Flynn & Son, 1995;Contemplating the Holocaust, published by Jason Aronson Inc., 1999.
Over 100 articles published (can be furnished upon request)What the Holocaust Means to Me: Teenagers Speak Out, published by Moshe Aaron Yeshiva Press, 2002.Thoughts on the Holocaust: Where was G-d – Where was Man, published by Moshe Aaron Yeshiva Press, 2004.The Holocaust as Seen through Film published by Beth-El Publishing 2005.Public Speaking: A Guide for Study- Behr Publishing House, Inc 2008.Handbook For the Jewish Mourner- Behr Publishing House, Inc 2009.
The Rosenberg holocaust prayer book 2011
The Rosenberg holocaust haggadah 2011
The Holocaust as seen through film with bibliography 2011,
Public Speaking – A Guide for Study,
Genesis of the Palestinian Authority,
Holocaust , does judaism believe in Gilgul.
Rabbi Rosenberg teachings, books and articles. 