Author : Tetiana Michaels
Publisher : Osher Publishing
Page : 150 pages
File Size : 46,75 MB
Release : 2021-04-22
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781838451202
There was something more here, something about the faith and culture of Judaism itself, that, despite its frightening unfamiliarity, was also striking a chord deep within.
Author : Rabbi Immanuel Bernstein
Publisher : Mosaica Press
Page : 216 pages
File Size : 50,55 MB
Release : 2018-03-01
Category : Religion
ISBN : 1946351318
Of all the masks we may encounter on Purim, the most intriguing is the one worn by Purim itself… Behind the feasting and merriment that accompany the day of Purim lie some of the most profound and meaningful ideas of Judaism. Drawing on a fascinating array of sources, renowned teacher and author Rabbi Immanuel Bernstein guides the reader on an eye-opening journey toward a deeper appreciation of the Jewish People’s most colorful festival.
Author : Abigail Pogrebin
Publisher : Fig Tree Books
Page : 240 pages
File Size : 38,45 MB
Release : 2017-03-14
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 1941493211
In the tradition of The Year of Living Biblically by A.J. Jacobs and Walking the Bible: A Journey by Land Through the Five Books of Moses by Bruce Feiler comes Abigail Pogrebin’s My Jewish Year, a lively chronicle of the author’s journey into the spiritual heart of Judaism. Although she grew up following some holiday rituals, Pogrebin realized how little she knew about their foundational purpose and contemporary relevance; she wanted to understand what had kept these holidays alive and vibrant, some for thousands of years. Her curiosity led her to embark on an entire year of intensive research, observation, and writing about the milestones on the religious calendar. Whether in search of a roadmap for Jewish life or a challenging probe into the architecture of Jewish tradition, readers will be captivated, educated and inspired by Abigail Pogrebin’s My Jewish Year.
Author : Osher Chaim Levene
Publisher :
Page : 384 pages
File Size : 30,17 MB
Release : 2004
Category : Religion
ISBN :
Brought down in fire and set in stone, the commandments are inscribed, too, in the soul of every Jew. This fascinating work reveals the magnificence of Jewish living as experienced through mitzvah observance. The author presents profound insights into many of the commandments that define and enrich Jewish life. Topics include: tzitzis, mikveh, arbah minim, kashrus, and lashon hara.
Author : Rabbi Judith Schindler
Publisher : CCAR Press
Page : 280 pages
File Size : 11,53 MB
Release : 2017-12-04
Category : Religion
ISBN : 0881233099
Recharging Judaism is the essential and timely guide for every synagogue and community seeking to strengthen the bonds of Jewish communal life through advocating for social justice. This volume delves into the enriching civic engagement and acts of righteousness already undertaken by Jews and Jewish communities across the country, and further explores the positive differences we can all affect upon the future of America. There are a myriad of ways in which advocating for social justice and participating in civic engagement can create lasting change. Those inspired to affect such change will find new meaning in the texts and history of our tradition. Using real examples from both small and large congregations across the country, Recharging Judaism offers a framework to guide us through our journey of civic responsibility and social duty and into a brighter future for our country.
Author : Michael L. Munk
Publisher : Mesorah Publications
Page : 252 pages
File Size : 23,4 MB
Release : 1983
Category : Foreign Language Study
ISBN : 9780899061931
For more than a generation, Rabbi Michael L. Munk, as a sidelight to his busy schedule of educational and communal work, has fascinated audiences with his learned and provocative lectures on the Hebrew alphabet. In the process of opening eyes and raising eyebrows, he has convinced countless people that his contention is true: the Hebrew alphabet abounds in scholarly and mystical meaning. He has developed and proven a profound thesis. The alphabet -- if correctly understood -- is a primer for life. Ethical conduct, religious guidance, philosophical insights, all are nestled in the curls, crowns, and combinations of the Hebrew letters. This is one of those rare books that is both interesting and profound, learned and readable. The wisdom and compassion of the author is evident in those subtle ways that do not intrude on the reader, but give him the satisfaction of knowing that a rich, warm, productive lifetime of experience is flavoring the text.
Author : Shmuley Boteach
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 330 pages
File Size : 20,84 MB
Release : 2023-09-26
Category : Health & Fitness
ISBN : 1510779906
Great sex consists entirely of motions, Kosher Sex consists of motions that elicit lasting emotions. Great sex is an undertaking of two separate bodies, Kosher Sex is two halves of the same whole. Twenty-five years ago, Rabbi Shmuley Boteach's celebrated international bestseller Kosher Sex changed how we view and approach sex, marriage, erotic attraction, and personal relationships by drawing on traditional Jewish wisdom. Based on his extensive experience counseling individuals and couples, the author breaks down sexual taboos and openly yet respectfully discusses the meanings, emotions, and hidden power of sex. With his unique anecdotal style, Rabbi Boteach illustrates each and every point, using real couples who have discovered the joys of "kosher sex"—sex that blends passion and lovers—and suggests revolutionary ways of synthesizing the best that each has to offer. When half of all marriages fail and one third are sexless and platonic, Kosher Sex has an astonishing and electrifying impact.
Author : Rabbi Sidney Schwarz, PhD
Publisher : Turner Publishing Company
Page : 432 pages
File Size : 50,92 MB
Release : 2012-07-12
Category : Religion
ISBN : 158023657X
The Jewish community has lost some of the most sensitive spiritual souls of this generation. They are Jews who were looking for God and found spiritual homes outside of Judaism. Their journeys traversed the Jewish community, but nothing there beckoned them. The creation of synagogue-communities in which the voices of seekers can be heard and their questions can be asked will challenge many loyalist Jews. It will upset and enrage them. But it would also enrich them. —from Chapter 18 In this fresh look at the spiritual possibilities of American Jewish life, Rabbi Sidney Schwarz presents the framework for a new synagogue model—the synagogue community—and its promise to transform our understanding of the synagogue and its potential for modern Judaism. Schwarz profiles four innovative synagogues—one from each of the major movements of Judaism—that have had extraordinary success with their approach to congregational life and presents practical ways to replicate their success. Includes a discussion guide for study groups and book clubs as well as a new afterword by the author describing developments in synagogue change projects since the book was first published.
Author : Moshe Polter
Publisher : Targum Press
Page : 280 pages
File Size : 44,22 MB
Release : 2004
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781568713403
What are the roots and deeper meanings of the Tribes of Israel? How did the blessings received by the Tribes from Yaakov Avinu differ from those of Moshe Rabbeinu? What are the unique characteristics of each Tribe? With years of careful research and writing, this book answers all the above questions--and more, giving fascinating insight into the Twelve Tribes of Israel, the Shevatim. Includes many charts, maps, and illustrations to give a clear and in-depth explanation of the Tribes in an easy-to-read format. The author draws from his experience as an esteemed educator, and this extremely readable book will be enjoyed by both adults and young readers.
Author : Chaim Walder
Publisher : Feldheim Publishers
Page : 214 pages
File Size : 38,86 MB
Release : 1995
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9780873067201
Young people in Israel write about their experiences dealing with personal problems, handicaps, fears, and relationships with parents and others.
