Drawing on chants from many faith traditions, this invigorating guidebook invites readers to use their own voices to create sacred sounds, and includes chants written out with notation, a list of Inte
Insights, Ideas and Thoughtful Questions for Discussing with Students the Essential Core of Judaism—the Talmud. A step-by-step guide to creative use of The Wisdom of Judaism: An Introduction to the Va
One of American Judaism's foremost teachers and writers offers an accessible, inspiring introduction to Talmudic wisdom, exploring the essence of Judaism through reflections on the words of the rabbin
A spiritual memoir by the author of God Is a Verb."This book is a treasure map, but not like any you have seen before. Most people believe that the object of a treasure hunt is to find a chest of gold
The noted spiritual teacher and author of God Was in This Place and Invisible Lines of Connection offers an incisive introduction to the ten gates of Jewish mysticism that explains how it relates to e
A fun-filled introduction to the joys of doing good deeds and mitzvot.Join Mitzvah Meerkat and friends as they introduce children to the everyday kindnesses that mark the beginning of a Jewish journey
You no longer have to choose between what you know and what you believe—an accessible introduction to a theological game-changer.New in Paperback!Long description:
You no longer have to choose between what you know and what you believe—an accessible introduction to a theological game-changer."I wrote this book for you if you want to be able to locate your life i
This intriguing introduction to Islamic spirituality can be a companion on your own spiritual journey. Over the centuries, Islamic sages have gleaned timeless spiritual insights and practices from sac
An inspiring introduction to the most important lesson for today's busy world: the take-away is to take away."All we can hope to accomplish--by paying attention--is to learn to live with the mystery,
An accessible introduction to the Jewish understanding of the natural world and the key concepts central to Jewish environmentalism. At a time of growing concern about environmental i
An accessible introduction to the many ways Jews understand Jewishness and identify themselves and their communities—throughout history and today. For every
An accessible introduction to the Jewish concept of our responsibility to care for others and repair the world. For everyone who wants to understand the
An accessible introduction to the Jewish concept of our responsibility to care for others and repair the world. For everyone who wants to understand the
An accessible introduction to how to read, study, and understand Torah—the Bible and related sacred texts that have grown up around it. For everyone who wants to understand
An accessible introduction to the reasons for and the ways of Jewish prayer. The Way Into Jewish Prayer helps us to explore the reasons for and the ways of Jewish praye
An accessible introduction to the concepts of Jewish mysticism, their religiousand spiritual significance, and how they relate to our lives. The Way Into Jewish Mystical Tradition allows us to experie
An accessible introduction to the Jewish understanding of God throughout history—and today. The Way Into Encountering God in Judaism is an accessible introduction to the Jewish understandi
An accessible introduction to the reasons for and the ways of Jewish prayer. The Way Into Jewish Prayer helps us to explore the reasons for and the ways of Jewish praye
An accessible introduction to how to read, study, and understand Torah—the Bible and related sacred texts that have grown up around it. For everyone who wants to understand
A welcoming introduction to the most important ideas in Judaism.In an age of fluid identity, many people are honestly asking the question "Why be Jewish?" What in this religious and ethnic legacy is w
Offers an introduction to Jesus and Paul, the Gospels, and Revelation, leading Jews out of anxieties that plague them and clarifying for Christians why Jews draw back from sacred Christian writings.
Today's rabbis, in addition to being spiritual leaders of theircongregations, are also expected to becompetent counselors to members oftheir community. Yet rabbis often feelinadequately prepared for t
The concept of repairing the world (tikkun olam) is an integral part of Jewish life. It helps shape Jewish social and family relationships, and even mandates how Jews should speak to others.Author Ra
Written especially for Christians, a comprehensive guide to the major Jewish holidays explores each holiday's historical development, basic information about the holiday's meaning, and the ways it is
Offers insight into Jewish mysticism, equipping Christians with the vocabulary and tools needed to understand the long-standing mystical tradition of Kabbalah, whose spiritual applications extend beyo
Describes the Jewish approach to death and dying, funerals, and mourning customs, including specifics for funeral preparations and preparing the home and family to sit shiva, with information for mour
A window into the Jewish soul—written especially for Christians."I invite you to explore with me some of the rich and varied expressions of the Jewish spiritual imagination. It is a tradition that may
In a book targeted to Christians, Rabbi Kushner explores Jewish spirituality and mysticism and explains some of the essential differences between Judaism and Christianity.
Introduces the genre of Jewish ethical literature, with excerpts from classics such as The Path of the Upright and Duties of the Heart, showing what it means to be truly Jewish in one's work life, rel
What does it mean to become a Jewish woman?This growing up business isn't always what it's cracked up to be: It can be complicated and scary and seem impossibly hard. With all the choices and challeng
Take a delectable journey through the religious history of chocolate—a real treat!In this new and updated second edition, explore the surprising Jewish and other religious connections to chocolate in
Take a delectable journey through the religious history of chocolate—a real treat!In this new and updated second edition, explore the surprising Jewish and other religious connections to chocolate in
Presented in the form of letters from a rabbi to his sons, Why Judaism Matters is common sense guidance and a road map for a new generation of young men and women who find Jewish orthodoxy, tradition,
Presented in the form of letters from a rabbi to his sons, Why Judaism Matters is common sense guidance and a road map for a new generation of young men and women who find Jewish orthodoxy, tradition,
An invitation not to a faith certain of everything but, rather, to a faith that welcomes the discomforting questions.Religious zealotry plagues the world. It drives susceptible people to believe they
