I have 2 Questions: 1) How do we know that G-d didn't just create the world, and then step back? How do we know agnosticism is false? 2) How do we know that our Neviim were real and not false prophets? Why do we believe what they said? Thank you so much. Please get back to me as soon as you can.

the new testament in Jude verse 9 states that the angel Michael contended with satan regarding the burial place of Moses, and said "The Lord rebule you". Is there a reference to this and why would Michael not rebuke satan himself?

Do you believe in creationism or evolution?

Why does active faith matter? If we are going to end up in heaven or hell anyway, why should I pray or attend services?

My friend is about to go to the mikvah after a three-year conversion process. She has become very close with the Conservative Rabbi who is converting her, and would like to get her a thank you gift. What sort of gift would be appropriate? She lives outside of Chicago, Illinois, and is converting in March.