Author: Moses Feinstein Publisher: Mesorah Publications, Limited ISBN: 9780899064383 Category : Bible Languages : en Pages : 341
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HaGaon HaRav Moshe Feinstein, Rosh Yeshivah of Mesivta Tifereth Jerusalem and the acknowledged halachic decisor of his era, found messages of inspiration, of consolation, and of the beauty of Judaism in the weekly Torah portions. Here, a sele ction of those thoughts are presented in English.
Author: Marvin J. Heller Publisher: BRILL ISBN: 9004693203 Category : History Languages : en Pages : 550
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Further Essays addresses aspects of early Hebrew book publication, among them book arts, little known authors, places of publication, and miscellaneous subjects. Book arts addresses pressmarks representing publishers motifs, several unusual, and the varied usage of biblical verses to entitle books. The second section focusses on the works of rabbis and scholars, once prominent but not well remembered today, noting their achievements and their varied books, encompassing such topics as biblical commentaries, Talmudic novellae, philosophy, and poetry. Several locations once important, also not well remembered today are addressed; Further Essays concludes with articles on other unrelated book topics.
Author: Marvin J. Heller Publisher: BRILL ISBN: 9004186387 Category : Biography & Autobiography Languages : en Pages : 1605
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The Seventeenth Century Hebrew Book covers the gamut of Hebrew literature in that century. Each entry has a descriptive text page and an accompaning reproduction. There is an extensive introduction with an overview of Hebrew printing in the seventeenth century.
Author: Virginia R. Dominguez Publisher: Berghahn Books ISBN: 1785333615 Category : Social Science Languages : en Pages : 188
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There is surprisingly little fieldwork done on the United States by anthropologists from abroad. America Observed fills that gap by bringing into greater focus empirical as well as theoretical implications of this phenomenon. Edited by Virginia Dominguez and Jasmin Habib, the essays collected here offer a critique of such an absence, exploring its likely reasons while also illustrating the advantages of studying fieldwork-based anthropological projects conducted by colleagues from outside the U.S. This volume contains an introduction written by the editors and fieldwork-based essays written by Helena Wulff, Jasmin Habib, Limor Darash, Ulf Hannerz, and Moshe Shokeid, and reflections on the broad issue written by Geoffrey White, Keiko Ikeda, and Jane Desmond. Suitable for introductory and mid-level anthropology courses, America Observed will also be useful for American Studies courses both in the U.S. and elsewhere.
Author: Katell Berthelot Publisher: Oxford University Press ISBN: 0199959803 Category : History Languages : en Pages : 482
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A compelling analysis of Jewish thought from ancient times to the present on the issue of the gift of the land of Israel and the fate of the Canaanites.
Author: Publisher: Feldheim Publishers ISBN: 9781583306376 Category : Religion Languages : en Pages : 456
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Clarifying the themes and concepts of Sukkos with the eternal wisdom of their words and thoughts. Among the topics discussed in this wonderful work are: Ushpizin, Trust in Hashem, Simchas Torah, Simchas Beis HaShoeva, Sukkos Torah Readings, and the Four Minim (Species).
Author: Israel Drazin Publisher: Gefen Publishing House Ltd ISBN: 9789652294241 Category : Biography & Autobiography Languages : en Pages : 356
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An examination of the remarkable penetrating mind of Moses Maimonides and to his rational eye-opening thoughts on many subjects. It includes ideas that are not incorporated in the usual books about this great philosopher because they are so different than the traditional thinking of the vast majority of people. It contrasts the notions of other Jewish thinkers, somewhat rational and others not rational at all. The reader will be surprised, if not shocked, to learn that a host of beliefs that are prevalent among the Jewish masses have no rational basis. This does not suggest that Judaism itself is irrational and absurd. Just the opposite. But many Jews have opted to believe the unreasonable and illogical conventional ideas what Maimonides would label non-Jewish sabian notions because they have not been acquainted with Maimonides correct rational alternatives and taken the time to reflect upon it.
Author: Rabbi Herbert J. Cohen Publisher: iUniverse ISBN: 1450239323 Category : Religion Languages : en Pages : 257
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Want to find meaning in Biblical narratives? Want to discover practical guidance for everyday life? Then turn to Texas Torah: the Interface of the Weekly Torah Portion with Everyday Life. Originally written by Rabbi Herb Cohen as a regular column in the Texas Jewish Post, the weekly discussions of the Torah portion provide fertile ground for serious-minded people of all faiths to find eternal wisdom in the Biblical text. Inside you will discover... why God consulted with the angels before creating man what the Torah can teach us about iconic movie stars Paul Newman, Richard Burton, and Marlon Brando the Bibles first drum circle the origins of My Space what a visit to Graceland can teach the spiritual seeker why its never a good idea to retire what special lessons converts can teach born Jews what the Bible says about what kind of clothes to wear
Author: Israel Drazin Publisher: Gefen Publishing House Ltd ISBN: 9789652294302 Category : Biography & Autobiography Languages : en Pages : 356
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This engaging and informative book reveals unknown but true facts about the prophetical books of the Bible. Rabbis have avoided many questions raised by the seemingly improbable events in these volumes. This book addresses these questions and takes an open and rational look at the episodes. The book addresses provocative questions such as: What is the proper way to interpret the Torah? How does Maimonides understand the episodes of the Prophets? Did miracles such as the splitting of the Red Sea, the falling of the walls at Jericho, and the sun standing still for Joshua really occur? What assumptions cause us to misunderstand the Bible? Is there a biblical mandate prohibiting suicide? Does the Bible forbid ceding parts of the land of Israel for peace? Can children be punished for their parents misdeeds, and, if not, why does the Torah say that they are punished? Why does Shabbat begin at different times for men and women? Why did significant biblical leaders violate rabbinical laws? What really caused the adding of a day to holidays shortly after the time of Moses? Why does the Bible not always mean what it appears to say? Is it true that Judaism does not know what happens after death?
Author: Moses Feinstein
Author: Marvin J. Heller
Author: Marvin J. Heller
Author: Virginia R. Dominguez
Author: Katell Berthelot
Author: Reuven Chaim Klein
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Author: Israel Drazin
Author: Rabbi Herbert J. Cohen
Author: Israel Drazin