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Going Green: A Look at Eco-Judaism

Wondering why is conservation a Jewish issue? Bal tashchit teaches us not to waste. The modern applications of this include driving low emission vehicles (so as not to waste resources, including gas money), and reusing household items like grocery bags and take-out containers. Shiluach ha-keyn, chasing away the mother bird, can remind us to protect all species from endangerment and extinction.