Rituals category: 373 books

Cover of Jewish Dharma: A Guide to the Practice of Judaism and Zen
by Brenda Shoshanna
Language: English
Release Date: January 9, 2018

or Jews, Zen students, "JuBus," and other open-minded seekers--a guide to authentic Jewish and Zen practice and how they illuminate, challenge, and enrich each other. Books like the Jew in the Lotus have helped to define the intersection of Jewish and Zen experience and custom. Now,...
Cover of The Candle of God
by Steinsaltz, Rabbi Adin Even-Israel
Language: English
Release Date: March 15, 2016

Rabbi Adin Steinsaltz takes readers on a journey of the soul through the teachings of Hassidic leaders, Rabbi Schneur Zalman of Liadi, founder of the Chabad movement, and his grandson, Rabbi Menachem Mendel. With characteristic ease and lucidity, he explains the hidden aspects of Shabbat, the essence...
Cover of Journey Through the Wilderness: A Mindfulness Approach to the Ancient Jewish Practice of Counting the Omer
by Rabbi Yael Levy
Language: English
Release Date: February 26, 2013

In "Journey Through the Wilderness: A Mindfulness Approach to the Ancient Jewish Practice of Counting the Omer," Rabbi Yael Levy gathers wisdom from Psalms and the Jewish mystical tradition into a unique mindfulness approach to the ancient Jewish practice of Counting the Omer. Using insights gained...
Cover of The Gift of Rest

The Gift of Rest

Rediscovering the Beauty of the Sabbath

by Joseph I. Lieberman, David Klinghoffer
Language: English
Release Date: August 16, 2011

Now in paperback, Senator Joe Lieberman shows how ceasing all activity for a weekly Sabbath observance has profound benefit—including health, relationships, and even career advancement—for people of all religions. Rediscovering the Beauty of Sabbath Rest Our bodies and souls were...
Cover of Impurity and Sin in Ancient Judaism
by Jonathan Klawans
Language: English
Release Date: November 16, 2000

This book examines the ways in which two distinct biblical conceptions of impurity-"ritual" and "moral"-were interpreted in the Hebrew Bible, the Dead Sea Scrolls, rabbinic literature, and the New Testament. In examining the evolution of ancient Jewish attitudes towards sin and defilement, Klawans sheds light on a fascinating but previously neglected topic.
Cover of How to draw angelic seals (Kabbalah lesson 11)
by Ken Nunoo
Language: English
Release Date: April 20, 2013

The seal of a spirit acts as a doorway and a magnet that pulls the spirit to wherever the seal is placed.  The relationship between an angel and an angelic seal is similar to that between a radio or a television and its satellite station.  Whatever channel the radio or television is tuned...
Cover of Modern Conservative Judaism

Modern Conservative Judaism

Evolving Thought and Practice

by Rabbi Elliot N. Dorff
Language: English
Release Date: June 1, 2018

A major Conservative movement leader of our time, Elliot N. Dorff provides a personal, behind-the-scenes guide to the evolution of Conservative Jewish thought and practice over the last half century. His candid observations concerning the movement’s ongoing tension between constancy and change shed...
Cover of The Complete Idiot's Guide to the Talmud

The Complete Idiot's Guide to the Talmud

Wisdom of the Ages About Law, Religion, Science, Mathematics, Philosophy, and More

by Rabbi Aaron Parry
Language: English
Release Date: July 6, 2004

An insightful look at one of the most unusual written works ever created. Compiled centuries ago by a group of wise men as a way to preserve the oral traditions of the Jewish faith, the Talmud has challenged and thrilled some of the world's greatest minds with its complex approach to exploring ideas...
Cover of A Brief Introduction to Judaism
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Language: English
Release Date: June 1, 2019

This brief introduction to Judaism is designed to help readers understand this important religious tradition. With both nuance and balance, this text provides broad coverage of various forms of Judaism with an arresting layout with rich colors. It offers both historical overviews and modern perspectives...
Cover of Impurity and Gender in the Hebrew Bible
by Elizabeth W. Goldstein
Language: English
Release Date: September 17, 2015

Impurity and Gender in the Hebrew Bible explores the role of female blood in the Hebrew Bible and considers its theological implications for future understandings of purity and impurity in the Jewish religion. Influenced by the work of Jonathan Klawans (Sin and Impurity in Ancient Judaism), and using...
Cover of 'Emor (Leviticus 21:1-24:23) and Haftarah (Ezekiel 44:15-31)

'Emor (Leviticus 21:1-24:23) and Haftarah (Ezekiel 44:15-31)

The JPS B'nai Mitzvah Torah Commentary

by Rabbi Jeffrey K. Salkin
Language: English
Release Date: December 1, 2018

*'Emor (Leviticus 21:1-24:23) and Haftarah (Ezekiel 44:15-31): *The JPS B’nai Mitzvah Torah Commentary shows teens in their own language how Torah addresses the issues in their world. The conversational tone is inviting and dignified, concise and substantial, direct and informative. Each pamphlet...
Cover of Hukkat (Numbers 19:1-22:1) and Haftarah (Judges 11:1-33)

Hukkat (Numbers 19:1-22:1) and Haftarah (Judges 11:1-33)

The JPS B'nai Mitzvah Torah Commentary

by Rabbi Jeffrey K. Salkin
Language: English
Release Date: December 1, 2018

Hukkat (Numbers 19:1-22:1) and Haftarah (Judges 11:1-3): The JPS B’nai Mitzvah Torah Commentary shows teens in their own language how Torah addresses the issues in their world. The conversational tone is inviting and dignified, concise and substantial, direct and informative. Each pamphlet includes...
Cover of Toledot (Genesis 25:19-28:9) and Haftarah (Malachi 1:1-2:7)

Toledot (Genesis 25:19-28:9) and Haftarah (Malachi 1:1-2:7)

The JPS B'nai Mitzvah Torah Commentary

by Rabbi Jeffrey K. Salkin
Language: English
Release Date: August 1, 2018

Toledot (Genesis 25:19-28:9) and Haftarah (Malachi 1:1-2:7): The JPS B’nai Mitzvah Torah Commentary shows teens in their own language how Torah addresses the issues in their world. The conversational tone is inviting and dignified, concise and substantial, direct and informative. Each pamphlet...
Cover of Shemot (Exodus 1:1-6:1) and Haftarah (Isaiah 27:6-28:13; 29:22-23)
by Rabbi Jeffrey K. Salkin
Language: English
Release Date: August 1, 2018

*Shemot (Exodus 1:1-6:1) and Haftarah (Isaiah 27:6-28:13; 29:22-23): *The JPS B’nai Mitzvah Torah Commentary shows teens in their own language how Torah addresses the issues in their world. The conversational tone is inviting and dignified, concise and substantial, direct and informative. Each...
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