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An exploration of Judaism's most sacred statement and world-changing idea. "Hear O Israel, the Eternal is Our God, the Eternal is One!" There is arguably no more important statement in Judaism than the Sh'ma. It’s words-calling us to hear, to listen, to pay attention-defy direct translation and have meant different things throughout history. In a deeply personal exploration of this sacred proclamation, command, and prayer, Rabbi Joseph B. Meszler...
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"If there were an Eleventh Commandment, what would it be?"
Children of many religious denominations across America answer this question-in their own drawings and words-in The 11th Commandment. This full-color collection of "Eleventh Commandments" reveals kids' ideas about how people should respond to God.
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Is the return to tradition the answer for non-traditional Jews? How do we find the balance between tradition and innovation? Colloquium 1999 explored the history of non-traditional Jewish identities, including Reform, Reconstructionism, Zionism, the Bund, Jewish Renewal and Ethical Culture, culminating in Secular Humanistic Judaism. What makes a full and meaningful Jewish life for Secular Humanistic Jews?
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How can a Jewish approach to social justice offer positive change for America?
"Ancient texts offer significant wisdom about human nature, economic cycles, the causes of inequality, and our obligations to each other. These insights can inform our own approaches to current issues, challenge our assumptions, and force us to consider alternative approaches. The conversation between our texts and our lives can enrich our experience of both."
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An inspiring, frank, and engaging “spiritual autobiography” that will touch anyone seeking deeper meaning in their religious life.
As we come to recognize the need to nurture our spiritual lives as adults, The Year Mom Got Religion offers sensitive and intelligent wisdom from a woman who learned how awakening to religion can transform, and disrupt, a life. Lee Meyerhoff Hendler relates her awakening to Judaism. She also shares the hard lessons...
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In Living Judaism, Rabbi Wayne Dosick, Ph.D., author the acclaimed Golden Rules, Dancing with God, and When Life Hurts, offers an engaging and definitive overview of Jewish philosophy and theology, rituals and customs. Combining quality scholarship and sacred spiritual instruction, Living Judaism is a thought-provoking reference and guide for those already steeped in Jewish life, and a comprehensive introduction for those exploring the richness and...
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Being Jewish. What does it mean-for today, and for the future?
A companion teacher's guide to the best-selling I Am Jewish: Personal Reflections Inspired by the Last Words of Daniel Pearl this collection of activities, exercises, lesson plans and reflections will deepen your students' understanding of this National Jewish Award Winning book-and of themselves.
Includes lesson plans for young children (grades 3—6) as well as older children (grades...
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A spiritual companion for those grieving infertility, pregnancy loss, or stillbirth, bringing solace from Jewish tradition. "This book begins where the others leave off. While the doctors do what they must do, when it is time for us to wait, or hope, or cry, or sleep, or pray, it is time for this book. The passages found within are drawn from the rich pool of spiritual responses that Judaism possesses. They reach out to us and embolden us to join...
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Most of us would agree that we want to live a successful life. But what constitutes a successful life? How do we measure a life well lived?Mining for Gold: Essays Exploring the Relevancy of Torah in the Modern World focuses on these questions of lifes values. Editor Rabbi Daniel Cohen has compiled essays from twenty leading rabbis in North America and Israel to reveal how the gold standard of living well can be reached in the modern world. Their conclusions...
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It's the perpetual question: Are we there yet? We've probably asked and answered it countless times. But, impatience can cloud the real question: Where are we right now? Are We There Yet? Shows a way to turn travel into a spiritual practice.
From the Gully to the Crossroads-walking, driving, flying-Rabbi Shefa Gold shares her experience and insight on travel and helps us reexamine our natural inclination to focus on our destinations-both physical...
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Explore the connections between God, wilderness and Judaism. This comprehensive how-to guide to the theory and practice of Jewish wilderness spirituality unravels the mystery of Judaism's connection to the natural world and offers ways for you to enliven and deepen your spiritual life through wilderness experience.
Over forty practical exercises provide detailed instruction on spiritual practice in the natural world, including:
• Mindfulness exercises...
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Wandering Stars is the landmark collection of Jewish science fiction and fantasy. The first of its kind, it is an established and enduring classic. This is the first time in a science fiction collection that the Jewish People, and the richness of their themes and particular points of view, appear without a mask. Wandering Stars is a showpiece of Jewish wit, culture, and lore, of the blend of humor and sadness, cynicism, and faith. In these pages you'll...
76) God-Optional Judaism: Alternatives for Cultural Jews Who Love Their History, Heritage, & Community
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God-Optional Judaism is a wonderful, chock-full resource for families and individuals who want to find their place in the Jewish world without necessarily believing in God. Funny, accessible, and open-minded, the book touches on key elements of Jewish history and philosophy, all the major holidays (food recipes included!), and contemporary issues of intermarriage, education, conversion, feelings towards Israel, and spirituality. It offers alternative,...
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Does death end life, or is it the passage from one stage of life to another?
In The Death of Death, noted theologian Neil Gillman offers readers an original and compelling argument that Judaism, a religion often thought to pay little attention to the afterlife, not only presents us with rich ideas on this subject-but delivers a deathblow to death itself.
Combining astute scholarship with keen historical, theological and liturgical insights, Gillman...
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Edward Said, en el prólogo, afirma: "Este libro es un devastador retrato del prejuicio, la hipocresía y la intolerancia religiosa. La descripción de Shahak es importante sobre todo porque no solo desmiente las ficciones sobre la democracia israelí que abundan en los medios de comunicación occidentales, sino que también acusa implícitamente a los líderes e intelectuales árabes por su visión escandalosamente ignorante de aquel Estado."
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Dr. Tsesis describes the path he traversed from religious ignorance to strong belief in the Jewish religion. Tsesis assigns a special place to the proof of his conclusion that religion and science especially in light of recent discoveries are not antagonists, and are, in fact, in complete harmony, supplementing and not excluding each other. In the spirit of ecumenism, Tsesis speaks about coexistence of different religions, which share the common objective...
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Follow the soul treks of Jews lost and found. Be inspired to connect with Judaism in new ways. What draws Jews back to their religious roots? What drives them away? What obstacles must they overcome to find their way home?
Paula Amann candidly probes these questions and more as she explores how secular and nominal Jews are blazing their own trails toward a vibrant, twenty-first-century Judaism. With the ear of a journalist and the heart of a seeker,...
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