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More copies of this ISBN:This title in other formats:Jewish Literacy: The Most Important Things to Know about the Jewish Religion, Its People, and Its Historyby Joseph Telushkin
Synopses & ReviewsPublisher Comments:How much do you know about Judaism?
You'll find the answers to these questions — and much more — in this insightful and comprehensive guide. Written by esteemed rabbi and bestselling author Joseph Telushkin, Jewish Literacy has become one of the most respected and widely used reference books on Jewish life, culture, religion, and tradition. Now revised and updated, this fascinating volume distills a vast body of scholarship into 348 short, readable chapters, making the rich and complex history of Judaism accessible to any reader. Organized by subject, the book's fifteen sections include: History and Contemporary Life From the biblical and Talmudic periods through the Spanish Inquisition to modern times, with special sections on the Holocaust, Israel, and American-Jewish life. Beliefs, Ethics, and Rituals From monotheism to Judaism's views on the afterlife, "chosenness," and human relations with God; ethical concerns ranging from the proper treatment of animals to the real meaning of "an eye for an eye"; along with explanations of the major prayers and synagogue practices. Jewish Holidays and Life Cycle The origins and distinctive customs of each holiday, and the rites sanctifying every major life event from circumcision and baby naming to burial and mourning.
Review:"An ingeniously conceived anthology of broad scope which opens the door to Jewish literacy." (-- RABBI W. GUNTHER PLAUT Editor of The Torah: A Modern Commentary ) Review:"To paraphrase the words of Hillel, 'In Jewish Literacy you will find the essence of Jewish knowledge; it is a magnificent introduction to inspire the reader to go out and begin to learn the rest.'" (-- RABBI SHLOMO RISKIN -RABBI SHLOMO RISKIN ) Review:"What a powerful difference it would make if we possessed a source for acquiring the common knowledge which every literate Jew should have. Well, Joseph Telushkin has provided this very thing with his new book, Jewish Literacy. It is a dream come true." (-- DR. JACK SCHECHTERJewish Theological Seminary of America) Review:"Here at last is a book of fundamental Jewish information, a veritable treasury of truly important concepts, that is consistently interesting, even delightful, reading ... written with wise, all-embracing intelligence, leavened with insight and wit." (-RABBI IRVING ) Review:"An immense amount of information in a small space, with clarity, fairness, and a touch of humor." (-- RABBI HAROLD KUSHNER Author of When Bad Things Happen to Good People ) Synopsis:In this collection of 346 important facts about Judaism and its people, Telushkin ranges through all of Jewish history and literature to extract the enduring concepts one needs to know in order to be a well-informed, modern Jew. About the AuthorA widely known spiritual leader and scholar, Rabbi Joseph Telushkin is the author of eleven influential Jewish books, including A Code of Jewish Ethics; Words That Hurt, Words That Heal; Biblical Literacy; and four novels. He lives in New York City and lectures throughout the United States. Table of ContentsBible — The Second Commonwealth: The Mishna and The Talmud — Early Medieval Period: Under Islam and Christianity — Late Medieval Period — Modern Period-Western and Eastern Europe — Zionism and Israel — The Holocaust — American Jewish life — Soviet Jewry — Antisemitism — Jewish texts — Jewish ethics and basic beliefs — The Hebrew calendar and Jewish holidays — Life cycle — Synagogue and prayers. What Our Readers Are SayingAdd a comment for a chance to win!
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