This inspiring book has made me a better Jew, one who understands more, who knows more. No wonder Rabbi Bayfield enjoys such a high intellectual reputation.

Daniel Finkelstein

This remarkable book takes us on a journey: geographic, historical, cultural, philosophical, political, autobiographical and, yes, religious. One can almost hear the wise, warm, witty voice of Tony Bayfield; his humanity suffuses the entire volume. For Jew and non-Jew alike there is so much here to satisfy curiosity and promote understanding.

Michael Marmot

A deeply humane, learned and personal reflection on Jewish identity, full of insights and challenges for non-Jews. At this time of resurgent prejudice, it is crucial to have books like this to keep mind and conscience awake.

Rowan Williams, Former Archbishop of Canterbury

Brilliant – clear but erudite, entertaining but weighty, personal but universal

Rebecca Front, actress

Mesmerizing, intelligent, honest, Rabbi Bayfield movingly opens the soul of the reader to the religious depths of his work. This book is a treasure.

David Ellenson, Chancellor Emeritus of Hebrew Union College, Jewish Institute of Religion

Written with engaging humor, intellectual openness and humility, Being Jewish Today delivers just what the title promises: a thoughtful and inviting statement of what it means to be a Jew in today's complicated world. While entirely relevant to American Jews, it also provides an interesting window into some of the differences between the American and British Jewish situations

Judith Plaskow, Professor Emerita of Religious Studies, Manhattan College and author of Standing Again at Sinai