A Rational Approach to Judaism and Torah Commentary


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Addressing questions such as What does God require of people? How should the Hebrew Bible be interpreted? Does God want individuals to pray? Do Jews believe in angels and demons? and What is the value of comparing biblical stories to Greek Myths?, this engaging and informative work presents a rational and thought-provoking approach to the understanding of Judaism. It shows how individuals can use their intellect, live in the present, make personal and social progress, and enjoy the goods of this world.




Permission to Believe


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Four rational approaches to G-d's existence, particularly important for anyone involved in outreach.




Maimonides


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This thought-provoking and enlightening book uncovers unknown but true facts about Maimonides, his family and his unique, often controversial, but brilliant ideas.




Torah & Rationalism


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Torah & Rationalism is presented for the two different readers. For the Torah Jew, this book will intellectually secure his mind by demonstrating the structure of Torah and Halachah in a rational way. And, for the person who lacks an understanding of Torah, but is seeking the truth. For this individual, this book will provide a unique system of thinking, and challenge the reader with a genuine test of their search.




Permission to Receive


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Four rational approaches to the Torah's Divine Origin, for those who value both intellectual integrity and the Jewish spiritual inheritance.




Rethinking Jewish Philosophy


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Rather than assume that the terms "philosophy" and "Judaism" simply belong together, Aaron W. Hughes explores the juxtaposition and the creative tension that ensues from their cohabitation. He examines the historical, cultural, intellectual, and religious filiations between Judaism and philosophy.




Etz Hayim


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JPS is pleased to make available a new, more compact edition of the landmark publication, Etz Hayim: A Torah Commentary. This book, a publication of the Conservative movement, was produced through a joint venture of the Rabbinical Assembly, the United Synagogue of Conservative Judaism, and The Jewish Publication Society. This new, smaller edition is a convenient alternative to the standard hardcover edition and is ideal for personal study and travel. It contains all the material in the original, excerpt for the essays. The Bible text, translations, and commentaries as well as the blessings, artwork, maps, glossary and other reference tools for the worshiper and student of Torah reader are included. The sturdy, coated paper cover is designed to stand up well, even with heavy use.







Nine Questions People Ask About Judaism


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If you have ever wondered what being born Jewish should mean to you; if you want to find out more about the nature of Judaism, or explain it to a friend; if you are thinking about how Judaism can connect with the rest of your life -- this is the first book you should own. It poses, and thoughtfully addresses, questions like these: Can one doubt God's existence and still be a good Jew? Why do we need organized religion? Why shouldn't I intermarry? What is the reason for dietary laws? How do I start practicing Judaism? The Nine Questions People Ask About Judaism was written for the educated, skeptical, searching Jew, and for the non-Jew who wants to understand the meaning of Judaism. It has become a classic and very widely read introduction to the oldest living religion. Concisely and engagingly, authors Dennis Prager and Joseph Telushkin present Judaism as the rational, moral alternative for contemporary man.




Concerning the Jews (Annotated)


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Some months ago I published a magazine article descriptive of a remarkable scene in the Imperial Parliament in Vienna. Since then I have received from Jews in America several letters of inquiry. They were difficult letters to answer, for they were not very definite. But at last I have received a definite one. It is from a lawyer, and he really asks the questions which the other writers probably believed they were asking.