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Rabbi Victor S. Appell
Writing "G-d" instead of God is a fairly recent custom in America. Many believe this to be a sign of respect, and the custom comes from an interpretation of the commandment in Deuteronomy 12:3-4 regarding the destruction of pagan altars. According to the medieval commentator, Rashi, we should not erase or destroy God’s name and should avoid writing it.
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1) in order to not blaspheme by destroying his name
2) out of deference and respect
3) I can't speak directly for him
4) I don't know his sacred name(s) and wouldn't use them anyway
Lastly no one is making me. It's personal.