A Moral Look at 'The Walking Dead' Planned for Fans in Franklin Lakes

What can zombies teach us about morals?

An event at Temple Emanuel in Franklin Lakes this weekend will seek to answer that question when it hosts a panel discussion on the moral implications of the AMC hit TV series, The Walking Dead.

According to a recent release from the temple, the free event, happening Sunday night at 7 p.m., will host a panel of prominent religious and community leaders “discussing moral absolutes raised in the show.”

According to the release, panelists include Archpriest Eric G. Tosi, secretary of the Orthodox Church in America and a former U.S. Army captain and tank platoon commander; Dr. Alyssa Gray, associate professor of codes and responsa at Hebrew Union College-Jewish Institute of Religion; Moshe Horn, Esq., a former Manhattan assistant district attorney and lecturer on criminal ethics; and Richard Altabef, Esq., Emmy-award winning counsel to CBS News and “Sixty Minutes” and legal advisor to Univision News.

Temple Emanuel’s Rabbi Joseph H. Prouser will act as moderator.

The questions explored by the panel will be heavy ones - Is the sanctity of human life absolute?  What are the moral limitations to self-preservation?  Who is (or was) the moral voice of the show: Rick? Dale? Hershel?

Was Shane a murderer or misunderstood? What’s with the Governor?

Plus attendees will watch clips of the show on the big screen.

Reservations are suggested as seating is limited.  Please call the synagogue office at (201) 560-0200 or email office@tenjfl.org.