Requiring no specialized medical or Jewish knowledge, Jews in Medicine will appeal to readers interested in the fascinating history of Jewish contributions to the field. The book focuses on the relati
This book sets forward a series of interesting and less-explored aspects of Rav Joseph B. Soloveitchik's teachings. These essays delve into the Rav's approach toward understanding biblical fig
Halacha as Rebellion is unconventional and controversial in its approach to the world of Jewish Law and its response to religious crises. The book delves into the contemporary application and developm
Due to the rapid advances in the medical field, existing books on Jewish medical ethics are quickly becoming outdated and irrelevant, Jewish Guide to Practical Medical Decision-Making seeks to remedy
Dirty Jewess is the unique personal account of one woman?s courageous journey towards religious and political freedom while coming of age in post-Holocaust, communist Czechoslovakia. The narrative rec
In today's day and age it is nearly impossible to stay 100% healthy and fit. Between long hours sitting in an office chair, balancing a family, and accomplishing everything else on your to-do list, it
A personal exploration of one Jew's journey to find meaning in the Torah, Personal Midrash is a unique collection of commentary and insights on the Torah. The search for meaning as religious and spiri
Discover the breadth of wisdom provided by this generation’s giant of Torah: Rabbi Irving ?Yitz" Greenberg. Rabbi Yitz is one of the most renowned leaders in contemporary Jewish communal life. His ded
"Hear Us O Lord: A Chaplain's Interface With Pain" is the memoir of Rabbi Sidney Goldstein, a chaplain who encounters the traumas of life as he visits with those who are in the throes of experiencing
Torah Ethics of Interpersonal Relationships: Middot LeDorot is a compilation of Rabbi Hilsenrath's comments on the Books of Genesis and Exodus focusing upon ethical advice and guidance. Using Midrashi
A compilation of essays and studies from leading doctors, professors, and rabbis, The Eyes of Isaac endeavors to connect important medical and psychological issues of ophthalmology with Jewish law. Ra
Rabbi Simeon Schreiber, Senior Staff Chaplain at Mount Sinai Medical Center in Miami Beach, translates his many years of experience into a greater understanding of the emotions surrounding death, grie
After attending a week-long, inter-religious conference with about 60 other women, Dr. Debbie Weissman had a life-transforming experience. While harnessing a strong Jewish identity on her quest to do
Although mainly known as the chief rabbi of Haifa, Rabbi Shear Yashuv Cohen, born in the year 1927, has lived an intriguing life, playing an important role in the establishment of the state of Israel.
Food retains a place at the heart of Jewish life and culture, which is based around the Torah. In From Forbidden Fruit to Milk and Honey, Diana Lipton combines these two central aspects of Judaism. Ba
In the third volume of his groundbreaking series on rabbinic authority in English, Rabbi Warburg discusses the ramifications of a Jewish divorce. In this well-composed monograph, Rabbi Warburg primari
The contemporary rabbi nowadays is influenced by the modern rabbinic establishments throughout the world, especially the rabbinate in Israel. This monopoly on opinions and interpretations of Talmudic
The Wise Rebbetzin: Women with Leadership Authority According to Halakha examines in detail the legitimacy for feminine leadership in Jewish law. Exploring the various manifestations of female leaders
Although Jewish life in the Holy Land reawakened during the 19th century, photographs of Jews in Palestine and the life they lived there were scarce. Collecting photographs from the archives of the th
After a long period of silence, the Holocaust emerged as a major force in all areas of creativity. There was an outpouring of literature, even an intermingling of fact and fiction, which dealt mainly
The Land of Israel and the Jewish people are bound together in mysterious ways that go beyond convention. Here is a nation that has "too much history and too little geography," as Sir Isaiah Berlin sa
The Talmud Chronicles is a unique blend of Talmudic events, personalities, and stories of the second century of the common era, bringing to life Jewish law and history in the innovative form of a news
Young Rebekah Levy and ruthless financier Konstantin Stalyarnov face off over a centuries-hidden, powerful Biblical artifact, called the Urim. Stalyarnov kills Rebekah’s father both to gain access to
