Rituals category: 373 books
Understanding Judaism
The Basics of Deed and Creed
Language: English
Release Date: September 1, 1992
Judaism is primarily a religion of actions rather than beliefs. When the Jewish people accepted God's covenant, they committed themselves first to obedience and practice, and then to striving to understand the message implicit in the Torah.
In Understanding Judaism: The Basics of Deed and Creed,...
May God Remember
Memory and Memorializing in Judaism—Yizkor
Language: English
Release Date: August 1, 2013
An engaging and sobering look at memorializing in Judaism and why memory—ours and God's—is so central to people.
Through a series of lively introductions and commentaries, over thirty contributors—men and women, scholars, rabbis, theologians and poets, representing all Jewish denominations—examine...
We Have Sinned
Sin and Confession in Judaism—Ashamnu and Al Chet (Prayers of Awe)
Language: English
Release Date: August 1, 2012
A varied and fascinating look at sin, confession and pardon in Judaism.
Through a series of lively introductions and commentaries, almost forty contributors—men and women, scholars, rabbis, theologians and poets, representing all Jewish denominations—examine the history of confession in...
by Yosef Segal
Language: English
Release Date: January 12, 2016
Language: English
Release Date: January 12, 2016
Have you ever wondered how we know the Torah is true? What it means that there is a World To Come? That Hashem rested on Shabbos? Have you ever asked yourself WHY we do what we do?
Too often we live our lives, not spending a thought on why or how the Torah designed our lives; how we are supposed...
El Poder Espiritual de las Siete Fiestas de Dios
Descubre la relevancia que estas celebraciones tienen para el cristiano y los eventos futuros
Language: Spanish
Release Date: July 19, 2017
La perspectiva espiritual se agudiza llevándonos a comprender que los designios de Dios, muchas veces, son más complejos que lo que aparentan ser a primera vista. Esto es lo que podemos ver en las fiestas que Él dio al pueblo de Israel en el tiempo de Moisés.
Cada una de las fiestas tiene...
Photographing Jewish Weddings
A Complete Handbook for Professionals
Language: English
Release Date: June 1, 2009
A guide to the culture and traditions of Judaic ceremonies and receptions, this study offers photographers insight and advice for targeting and capturing Jewish weddings. Time lines and schedules are discussed with examples of start-to-finish wedding-day festivities, and a list of the essential images...
A Field Guide to the Jewish People
Who They Are, Where They Come From, What to Feed Them…and Much More. Maybe Too Much More
Language: English
Release Date: September 24, 2019
Why do random Jewish holidays keep springing up unexpectedly? Why are yarmulkes round? Who was the first Jewish comedian? What's "Christian humor" and have you ever even heard of that phrase? Who is "the Golem" and whom do you want it to beat up?
These baffling questions and many more are answered...
Here I Am
Using Jewish Spiritual Wisdom to Become More Present, Centered, and Available fo r Life
Language: English
Release Date: August 30, 2011
During stressful times, it’s easy to get caught up in feeling anxious, tense, foggy, and overloaded. Here, a popular psychologist shares easy-to-use techniques for managing and rebalancing these emotions and helps you to find your calm, strong center. Dr. Leonard Felder draws from his work with...
Gonzo Judaism
A Bold Path for Renewing an Ancient Faith
Language: English
Release Date: March 9, 2010
Here is a book that is both clarion call for a new Jewish agenda and a blueprint for an adventurous but genuine path toward spiritual growth and religious wisdom. Rabbi Niles Elliot Goldstein, founder and Rabbi Emeritus of The New Shul in New York City, says that most conventional Jewish institutions...
by Leonard Chesler, Linda Chesler
Language: English
Release Date: March 14, 2012
Language: English
Release Date: March 14, 2012
We always tried to celebrate the Jewish Holidays as a family. Starting when our children were young, it soon became apparent to us that it was much better and much more meaningful if as part of our celebration, we discussed each holiday with each other, talking about why the holiday is celebrated,...
Living the Life of Jewish Meditation
A Comprehensive Guide to Practice and Experience
Language: English
Release Date: September 25, 2014
Walks you through the fundamentals of daily meditation, with specific guidelines and practical techniques grounded in Judaism, and benefiting from Eastern traditions, for each stage of the life of meditation. Includes mantras, visuzalizations and contemplation exercises.
by David M. Bader
Language: English
Release Date: November 14, 2014
Language: English
Release Date: November 14, 2014
Extremely Reform Judaism is one of the world's fastest growing denominations and also its most misunderstood— ever since the ancient forefathers first lifted their eyes to God to ask, "Why can't we have a Christmas Tree?" How to Be an Extremely Reform Jew pokes irreverent yet good-natured...
Changing the World from the Inside Out
A Jewish Approach to Personal and Social Change
Language: English
Release Date: October 18, 2016
WINNER OF THE 2016 JEWISH BOOK COUNCIL AWARD FOR CONTEMPORARY JEWISH LIFE AND PRACTICE
An inspiring and accessible guide, drawn from Jewish wisdom, for building the inner qualities necessary to work effectively for social justice.
The world needs changing—and you’re just the person...
Marked in Your Flesh
Circumcision from Ancient Judea to Modern America
Language: English
Release Date: June 30, 2005
The book of Genesis tells us that God made a covenant with Abraham, promising him a glorious posterity on the condition that he and all his male descendents must be circumcised. For thousands of years thereafter, the distinctive practice of circumcision served to set the Jews apart from their neighbors....